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09/08/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

How much physical exercise you do now will affect the learning ability of your future children

Our looks, intelligence quotient, and personality disposition are not the only things we inherit from our parents. A recent study shows that we get our capacity to learn from them as well. A recent study by Prof. André Fischer and his team from the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) in Goettingen and Munich and […]

08/28/2018 / By Edsel Cook

The mind can control the body: Body sensations found to be controlled by psychological stimuli more often than physical stimuli

The old adage of “mind over matter” is true, according to the results of a Hungarian study. Their findings proposed that most attention-related body sensations take their cues from psychological stimuli from the central nervous system (CNS) rather than from the peripheral nervous system (PNS.) The researchers reported that cognitive processes are responsible for body sensations such as numbness, pulse, […]

08/25/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

These are the different types of naps – learn which one to take depending on your health needs

Napping can boost your mental and physical performance – but it should be done correctly to avoid pitfalls. Here are nine types of nap you can choose from to suit your needs: The CEO nap – The CEO nap is for people who want to boost their daily energy, focus, and mental performance. This is […]

07/18/2018 / By Rita Winters

5 Things you should be doing to maintain your health

In 1948, the World Health Organization (WHO) defined health as not just the absence of disease, but also as the overall state of well-being. Many people live as if health is the goal when health should be a part of their daily lifestyle. Instead of fighting disease when it’s already there, people can instead practice […]

06/23/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Virtual reality now being used for pain intervention and PTSD treatment

A well-written story can be compelling, regardless of the form it takes. A good book or movie can help you escape, even if only for a couple of hours. But can such a story help reshape your lived experience? While this sounds like something out of the newest sci-fi movie, an identical concept is being […]

06/14/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Both depression and obesity are on the rise – coincidence? These conditions are linked in many ways

Depression and obesity are both alarming matters. Depression victimizes the mental health, while obesity damages the physical body. Imagine how it can ruin a person diagnosed with both. Recent statistics showed a significant increase in the number of people suffering either from depression or obesity, and experts believe there is a link between the two. […]

01/29/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The mental and physical benefits of singing

One way to improve your overall health is by just simply singing — and you don’t even have to be a good singer to reap its benefits. Research suggests that singing in a choir not only benefits your physical well-being, but also your mental health. Singing is a physical activity because when you sing, you […]

11/03/2017 / By Zoey Sky

Americans don’t dream anymore: Expert claims lack of sleep is affecting our physical and mental health

It’s not just kids who need a decent amount of sleep each night. To be able to function well at school or work, adults need to sleep deep enough to dream, according to an article from the Daily Mail. Each night, we go through the fours stages of sleep. This occurs several times, and the […]

08/24/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Gut bacteria discovered to be the key to maintaining resilience and vitality throughout life

Could the secrets to vitality lie in gut bacteria? That certainly seems to be the case with worms, flies, and mice; all of which have had their lifespans improved through exposure to indole-producing gut bacteria. The new study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, uncovered a surprising link between age-related health conditions […]

12/17/2016 / By Amy Goodrich

Physical activity throughout older age linked to higher psychological well-being

Sure, you know exercise is good for you. It improves cardiovascular health, keeps your weight in check, slows down the aging process, and tones and strengthens your body. But have you ever noticed the increased feelings of happiness after working out? Researchers studying the effects of exercise have consistently found a positive link between exercise […]

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