Newly Discovered Neural Pathway Processes Acute Light to Affect Sleep
Northwestern University via EurekAlert – “Prior to the widespread use of electricity, our exposure to light and darkness occurred in a very predictable pattern,” said Northwestern’s Tiffany Schmidt, who led…
5 Mental Health Mistakes That Could Be Causing You Unnecessary Anxiety
Dr. Caroline Leaf – When it comes to any situation we face, we often spend too much time focusing on the problem, and too little time focusing on the solution.…
New Insights into Molecular Motors Could Help Treat Neurological Disorders
Dr. Liji Thomas, MD via News Medical Net – A new study reported in Nature Communications has discovered activators for molecules that act as motors to move materials around within…
An ‘EpiPen’ for Spinal Cord Injuries
University of Michigan via EurekAlert – An injection of nanoparticles can prevent the body’s immune system from overreacting to trauma, potentially preventing some spinal cord injuries from resulting in paralysis.…
Heal Your Heart Through Your Gut
Al Sears, MD, CNS – Do you remember the old expression that says the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach? Well it turns out that’s right. But…
New Antibacterial Fillings May Fight Repeated Tooth Decay
Abigail Klein Leichman via Israel21c – Novel material from Israel may prevent one of the costliest and most prevalent bacterial diseases in the world. Novel dental fillings made of resin-based…
Does Your Anxiety Cause Inflammation?
Dr. Don Colbert – While we know that chronic inflammation in the body hurts the brain, did you know the reverse is true as well? Stress and anxiety cause inflammation.…
How to Lower Phthalate Exposure Through Diet
Michael Greger M.D. FACLM via Nutrition Facts – Phthalates are hormone-disrupting plastics chemicals linked to a number of adverse health effects, such as disturbing infant and child development, and, in…
Study Gives Insight into Sun-Induced DNA Damage and Cell Repair
Baylor University via EurekAlert – Breakthrough study fills a ‘missing gap,’ Baylor University researcher says. A team led by a Baylor University researcher has published a breakthrough article that provides…
Top 200 Healthiest Foods and Why It’s More Important Than Ever to Eat Them
Lorie Johnson via CBN News – When we think about life’s biggest decisions, images of choosing the right spouse, career or home come to mind. What to eat? Not so…
Glyphosate Fact Sheet: Cancer and Other Health Concerns
Stacy Malkan via U.S. Right to Know – Glyphosate, a synthetic herbicide patented in 1974 by the Monsanto Company and now manufactured and sold by many companies in hundreds of…
Best Collagen-Rich Foods and Collagen-Boosting Foods
Rachael Link, MS, RD via Dr. Axe – Collagen has been well-studied for its medicinal properties in recent years, and it’s an important compound that many of us don’t get…
NIH Study Finds Probiotic Bacillus Eliminates Staphylococcus Bacteria
National Institutes of Health – Additional studies of common supplement planned. A new study from National Institutes of Health scientists and their Thai colleagues shows that a “good” bacterium commonly…
Custom-Tailored Antibiotic Treatment on the Way?
Abigail Klein Leichman via Israel21c – Israeli scientists use machine learning and big-data analysis to suggest best antibiotic for each patient based on a variety of factors. Innovative technology developed…
3 Signs your Body is in Toxic Stress and What You Can Do About It
Dr. Caroline Leaf – If we do not learn to manage stress correctly it can negatively impact both our mental and physical wellbeing. Prolonged periods of stress, for example, can…