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·October 3, 2023·5 min read

Personality Disorders Linked to Increased Risk of Fatty Liver Disease

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), the most prevalent cause of chronic liver disease in affluent societies, is intrinsically linked with personality disorders. The research uncovers a tri-fold higher likelihood of personality disorders in NAFLD patients, not correlating with other liver diseases or common mental health issues like anxiety and depression.

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·September 13, 2023·6 min read

Healthy Habits Are Key to Curbing Depression’s Hold

A new study delves into the role of lifestyle choices in mitigating depression risks. Drawing from the UK Biobank, researchers analyzed data from nearly 290,000 participants, determining that seven key lifestyle habits significantly reduced depression risk.

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·September 8, 2023·4 min read

Exercise Induced Hormone May Be Key Player in Alzheimer’s Fight

The muscle hormone irisin, elevated during exercise, may aid in battling Alzheimer's disease (AD). Using advanced 3D cell models of AD, the research demonstrates that irisin treatment drastically reduces amyloid beta pathology.

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·August 29, 2023·3 min read

Small Steps, Big Change: How Light Activity Could Guard Against Alzheimer’s

Researchers will explore how light physical activities like walking can affect cognition in older adults at risk for Alzheimer's or related dementias. Unlike previous studies that focused on the total amount of light activity, the research will examine day-to-day variations in light physical activity.

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·August 7, 2023·5 min read

Embrace Wellness with AI: Chatbots Boosting Exercise, Diet, and Sleep Quality

Researchers found artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots can significantly enhance physical activity, diet, and sleep patterns. The study, the first systematic review and meta-analysis of its kind, shows that chatbots can motivate individuals to increase their daily step count, consume more fruits and vegetables, and improve sleep duration and quality.

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·July 31, 2023·3 min read

Personal Music Choices Enhance Fitness Experiences

Personal music selection significantly improves the motivation, emotional response, and satisfaction of gym-goers. Participants choosing their own music were found to be more motivated compared to those for whom the fitness facility selected the music.

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·July 25, 2023·4 min read

Light Exercise Enhances Executive Function

Researchers have discovered that mild forms of exercise, like walking, can improve mood and enhance the brain's executive function. The key to this improvement lies in our eyes - or more precisely, our pupils.

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·July 19, 2023·4 min read

Mild Exercise Boosts Cognitive Function in Older Adults

Regular mild exercise can enhance cognitive function in older adults, according to a recent study. The research discovered that low-intensity cycling three times a week for three months significantly improved the executive function of older adults, particularly those aged 68-78.

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·July 14, 2023·5 min read

Pedaling to Halt Parkinson’s: Intensive Exercise’s Genetic Role in Disease Progression

A new study demonstrates intensive exercise could decelerate the progression of Parkinson's disease by influencing brain plasticity. The research uncovers a novel mechanism underlying the positive effects of exercise, pinpointing its connection to motor control improvements.

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·July 6, 2023·7 min read

Sleep Deprivation May Dull Benefits of Exercise on Cognition

Not getting sufficient sleep could offset the cognitive benefits gained from regular physical activity. Researchers studied cognitive function over 10 years in nearly 9000 English people aged 50 and over.

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·July 5, 2023·7 min read

Physical Activity Over 60 Enhances Life Quality

Researchers found a correlation between physical activity in adults over sixty and quality of life. The study, involving almost 1,500 participants, revealed that reduced physical activity and increased sedentary behavior lead to lower life quality.

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·July 3, 2023·6 min read

Resistance Training: A Valuable Ally Against Alzheimer’s Disease

Regular physical exercise, especially resistance training, can delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease. Using a mice model, the team demonstrated a reduction in Alzheimer's indicators, like beta-amyloid plaques, and normalized stress hormone levels, following resistance exercise training.

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Personality Disorders Linked to Increased Risk of Fatty Liver Disease

Healthy Habits Are Key to Curbing Depression’s Hold

Exercise Induced Hormone May Be Key Player in Alzheimer’s Fight

Small Steps, Big Change: How Light Activity Could Guard Against Alzheimer’s

Embrace Wellness with AI: Chatbots Boosting Exercise, Diet, and Sleep Quality

Personal Music Choices Enhance Fitness Experiences

Light Exercise Enhances Executive Function

Mild Exercise Boosts Cognitive Function in Older Adults

Pedaling to Halt Parkinson’s: Intensive Exercise’s Genetic Role in Disease Progression

Sleep Deprivation May Dull Benefits of Exercise on Cognition

Physical Activity Over 60 Enhances Life Quality

Resistance Training: A Valuable Ally Against Alzheimer’s Disease

Adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation Fixes Parkinson’s Walking Gait

Cohabitation Drives Transmission of Diabetes Linked Microbes

Young People Turn to AI for Mental Health Support

Behavioral Mapping Tames Hallucinations in Alzheimer’s Psychosis

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