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Sugar’s Sick Secrets: How Industry Forces Have Manipulated Science to Downplay the Harm

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 12, 2019

UCSF researchers report the food and beverage industries push sugary products while obfuscating the significant health issues added sugars can cause. The findings shed light on sugars' link to disease and exposes industrial tactics to downplay the public health risks of diets too high in sugar.... Read More...

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Is Being a Nigh Owl Bad For Your Health?

Neuroscience NewsNovember 30, 2018

According to researchers, being a night owl puts you at increased risk of health issues such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. One reasons why, researchers report, is those who stay away later at night have unhealthier eating patterns and diets.... Read More...

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The Odds of Living to 110 Plus Level Out Once You Hit 105

Neuroscience NewsJuly 1, 2018

Researchers report death rates slow after the age of 105. The study reveals there appears to be no fixed limit to the human life span yet in sight. ... Read More...

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Caffeine From Four Cups of Coffee Protects the Heart With the Help of Mitochondria

Neuroscience NewsJune 22, 2018

A new study reports caffeine concentration, the equivalent of four cups of coffee, can promote the movement of a regulatory protein into mitochondria. This can enhance mitochondrial function and protect heart cells from damage.... Read More...

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Marriage May Protect Against Heart Disease, Stroke and Associated Risk of Death

Neuroscience NewsJune 19, 2018

A new study reports being married may be good for your health. Researchers report single people are at higher risk of dying from heart disease and stroke than married people. The risks were significantly higher for those who have never married.... Read More...

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The Latest Science on Breastfeeding

Neuroscience NewsJune 9, 2018

It is well known that breastfeeding is beneficial for mother child bonding and infant health. New research investigates why breastfeeding is so beneficial and points to previously unknown health benefits for mother and child.... Read More...

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Using AI to Detect Heart Disease

Neuroscience NewsApril 17, 2018

Researchers apply deep learning algorithms to help measure physiological changes linked to heart disease.... Read More...

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Breastfeeding May Reduce Mother’s Heart Attack and Stroke Risk

Neuroscience NewsJune 21, 2017

Study reports breastfeeding significantly reduces a woman's risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke compared to those who did not breastfeed their babies.... Read More...

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Depression Tops List As Leading Cause of Disability and Ill Health Worldwide

Neuroscience NewsApril 1, 2017

According to a new report, more than 300 million people are now living with depression, with an 18% increase in those diagnosed with the disorder between 2005 and 2015.... Read More...

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