Researchers Develop A.I. Tech to Detect Sleep Apnea
Naama Barak via Israel21c – Innovative AI system manages to identify all important clinical cases of medium or severe obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a big problem, and not…
20 Coconut Oil Benefits for Your Brain, Heart, Joints + More!
Dr. Axe – And while the AHA is focused on how saturated fats may increase LDL cholesterol levels, we need to remember that coconut oil works to reduce inflammation naturally.…
How to Avoid BPA
Michael Greger M.D. FACLM via Nutrition Facts – And indeed, researchers found that higher levels of BPA and some other plastics chemicals were significantly associated with faster weight gain over…
Resistance Training: How and Why Its Imperative for Older Adults
Michigan Medicine – University of Michigan via Newswise – “Aging, even in the absence of chronic disease, is associated with a variety of biological changes that can contribute to decreases…
Alzheimer’s: Can It Be Prevented + Tips to Help Someone Who May Have It
Dr. Caroline Leaf – “…stress generated by the negative beliefs about aging can be internalized by individuals and damage the brain. Even the volume of the hippocampus, which is a…
Can Your Morning Coffee Repair Your Heart?
Al Sears, MD, CNS – “I was trekking through the Amazon rainforest visiting the Guarani tribe. They introduced me to an ancient herb called guarana.” The food police here in…
Valerian Root Solves Insomnia, Anxiety & Even High Blood Pressure
Annie Price via Dr. Axe – “How does valerian root help you sleep so well? Valerian contains a chemical called linarin, which creates a sedative effect. Valerian extract can cause…
What to Feed Your Gut Bacteria
Michael Greger M.D. FACLM via Nutrition Facts – From fiber, our gut flora produce short-chain fatty acids, which are an important energy-source for the cells lining our colon. So, we…
You are Not a Victim of Your Brain Biology!
Dr. Caroline Leaf – “Our brains can change as we think (neuroplasticity) and grow new brain cells (neurogenesis). Using the incredible power in our minds, we can persist and grow…
Better Wound Sealing with a Hot-Glue Gun
Abigail Klein Leichman via Israel21c – Israeli scientists say their biocompatible nontoxic medical glue, delivered with a glue gun, is better than staples and stitches inside the body. Hot-glue guns…
Are You Aging Faster Because You Sit for Hours?
Dr. Don Colbert – Not only do we know you burn fewer calories when you sit than when you stand or are active, but now researchers believe consecutive hours of…
Discovering How Diabetes Leads to Vascular Disease
University of California – Davis Health via EurekAlert – This step could confirm it as a treatment target for reducing the vascular complications of diabetes, which can include eye, kidney,…
Diet Rich in Tomatoes Cuts Skin Cancer in Half in Mice
The Ohio State University via News Wise – The theory behind the relationship between tomatoes and cancer is that dietary carotenoids, the pigmenting compounds that give tomatoes their color, may…
Revolutionary Patch Keeps Brain Safe After Cranial Surgery
Brian Blum via Israel21c – Israel’s Nurami Medical is testing its nanofiber bandage that mimics the brain’s protective membrane and guards against infection and leakage. If you’re ever unfortunate enough…
6 Health Benefits of Being Outdoors
Kissairis Munoz via Dr. Axe – Research suggests just 120 minutes (that’s two hours) per week is associated with good health and wellbeing. From improving our moods to feeling more…