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Parental Depression May Affect Childhood Development

Dec 30, 2022 07:30AM

Children that live with a parent that has depression are more likely to also develop depression and not achieve educational milestones.

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Multiple Benefits for Early Rising Active Seniors

Dec 30, 2022 07:30AM

Older adults that consistently get up early and stay active throughout the day are happier and perform better on cognitive tests than those with irregular activity patterns.

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Two Cups of Tea May Avert Early Death

Dec 30, 2022 07:30AM

A study suggests that a few cups of black tea a day might help to avoid an early death.

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Under-Appreciating the Benefits of Solitude

Nov 30, 2022 07:30AM

Getting lost in our thoughts may improve problem solving, increase creativity, enhance imagination and provide a better sense of self-worth.

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Ultra-Processed Food Linked with Cancer and Mortality Risks

Nov 30, 2022 07:30AM

Consuming ultra-processed foods has been associated with colorectal cancer in men as well as the development of chronic disease and early death.

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Serotonin Theory of Depression Debunked

Nov 30, 2022 07:30AM

A recent study is debunking the long-held theory that depression is caused by a serotonin deficiency.

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Kid sitting at counter looking sleepy, rubbing eye with back of hand with straw in glass of orange juice in mouth

Kids Are Not Getting Enough Sleep

Nov 30, 2022 07:30AM

Children are regularly getting less than nine hours of sleep per night, which can cause notable differences in brain regions that influence memory, intelligence and well-being.

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Cleansing Our Energy to Create a Happier State of Mind

Oct 31, 2022 03:00PM

Energy creates matter. Being vigilant of our energy within is important because it has a frequency, and that frequency impacts and organizes matter.

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We Have the ‘Write’ to Heal

Oct 31, 2022 03:00PM

According to Mental Health America, “over half of adults with a mental illness do not receive treatment

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Different Fibers Produce Different Results

Oct 31, 2022 06:30AM

New research indicates that not all fibers are equal in their effect on different species of probiotics in the intestines.

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Mislabeling Found in Some Immunity Supplements

Oct 31, 2022 06:30AM

Researchers tested 30 top immunity supplements and found that only 13 contained the exact ingredients listed on their labels.

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Longevity Diet Involves Fasting, Too

Oct 31, 2022 06:30AM

What research finds the optimal longevity diet to include as far as foods and timing of meals.

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Stretching and Balance Exercises Can Avert Mental Decline

Oct 31, 2022 06:30AM

To protect against memory loss, simple stretching and balance exercises work as well as hard-driving aerobics, concludes a new study.

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Fruit and Vitamin B6 May Relieve Anxiety and Depression

Oct 31, 2022 06:30AM

Studies find that consuming fruit and vitamin B6 can help depression and anxiety levels.

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The Balance of Yin Yoga

Sep 30, 2022 07:30AM

Let’s talk about a balanced yoga practice. This starts with acknowledging the different energies in the body: yin and yang.

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