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·May 15, 2020

Binge drinkers beware, Drunkorexia is calling

One in three women between the ages of 18 and 24 report saving their calories for binge drinking episodes. Researchers say the behavior can contribute to what they call "drunkorexia," characterized by disordered patterns of eating to offset the negative effects of excess alcohol consumption, such as weight gain. Read More

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·May 13, 2020

Excess coffee consumption a culprit for poor health

Too much coffee consumption can increase the risk of osteoarthritis, arthropathy, and obesity, a new study reports. Researchers say drinking more than six cups of coffee a day can increase the risk of ill health. Read More

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·February 16, 2020

Red card! Depression linked to low sports activity

Participating in sports can help to reduce risk factors and improve symptoms of depression and anxiety. Indoor team athletics based sports were associated with lowering depression and anxiety. Read More

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·February 14, 2020

Mother nature and child development: Reshaping modern play spaces for children’s health

Allowing a child to play in nature helps improve their physical health, motor skills, learning ability, social development, and emotional wellbeing. Read More

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·October 24, 2019

Young moms more likely to have kids with ADHD

While there is a clear genetic link between young mothers and ADHD in their children, the association is not necessarily causal. Read More

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·July 23, 2019

Spice up your life? Spicy food linked to increased dementia risk

Spicy food lovers may be at greater risk of dementia than those who prefer more bland foods. A 15-year study reveals those who ate more than 50 grams of chili a day had an increased risk of cognitive decline as they aged. The memory decline was more significant in those with a lower BMI. Read More

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·May 10, 2019

A cup of Joe and you’re good to go! Under 6 a day and you’re A-OK

Drinking more than six cups of coffee per day is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Read More

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·March 20, 2019

A nutty solution for improving brain health

Eating more than 10 grams of nuts a day has been linked to improved cognitive function, by up to 60%, in older adults. Read More

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·November 12, 2018

Strongest Evidence Yet That Obesity Causes Depression

A new study reports obesity can significantly increase the risk of depression, even in the absence of other health problems. Read More

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·July 27, 2018

Artificial Intelligence Can Predict Your Personality By Simply Tracking Your Eyes

Researchers have developed a new deep learning algorithm that can reveal your personality type, based on the Big Five personality trait model, by simply tracking eye movements. Read More