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05/20/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

How exactly does fish oil help the heart? It counteracts the effects of mental stress

A study found that fish oil benefits the heart by counteracting the effects of mental stress in several measurements of cardiovascular health, such as heart rate and muscle sympathetic nerve activity (MSNA). In conducting the study, a team of researchers at Michigan Technological University worked with 67 adult participants. At the start of the study, the […]

04/08/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Stress IS contagious: Primitive instincts cause us to pick up on other people’s fear and stress

Imagine this: You’re leisurely going about your day when you meet someone on edge. Immediately, what was once peace and quiet becomes caught up in the stress and dissipates. If this applies to you, then you’ve just been infected by the virulent stress bug. It may be a figurative expression; nonetheless, science has proven that […]

02/27/2018 / By Zoey Sky

People who don’t take themselves too seriously tend to have greater psychological well-being, according to study on humor

According to a recent study, people who often use self-deprecating humor have “greater levels of psychological well-being.” However, the University of Granada’s (UGR) findings, which were published in the international journal Personality and Individual Differences, contradict some of the research carried out concerning in the psychology of humor. To date, the bulk of the research literature implies […]

11/14/2017 / By Zoey Sky

You need some “me” time: Experts say 15 minutes of solitude every day eases stress and anxiety

The fast-paced nature of life can wear you down, and stress caused by work and other matters can negatively impact your physical and mental health. However, according to a recent study, taking 15 minutes of “me” time daily can help manage your stress and anxiety. Spearheaded by the University of Rochester, the study involved four […]

11/12/2017 / By Rita Winters

Could a low-carb diet be an alternative to antipsychotic meds? Evidence finds it’s just as effective, without the negative side effects

Healthy food results in healthy bodies. With the rise of fast food, processed meats, and genetically-modified vegetables, is it any wonder why researchers keep reporting numerous diseases year after year? Mental health issues, like other physical health issues, are aggravated by bad diets. Doctors reveal that a ketogenic diet may significantly improve the conditions of people […]

10/17/2017 / By JD Heyes

Heart-healthy: Study says meditation keeps your ticker ticking longer, better

As we age, many of us start looking for ways to maintain our youthful vigor and good physical conditioning. That includes eating better, getting enough sleep, putting in some gym time, and trying to avoid as much stress as possible. Now, we can add meditation to that regimen. According to the findings of a new […]

07/10/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Noise pollution from buses and trains found to cause diabetes

A team of Swiss researchers have concluded that long-term exposure to high transportation noise increased the risk of developing diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. This was deduced after analyzing results of a nearly three-year observational study on the potential health effects of aircraft, rail, and road traffic noise in Switzerland. The aptly-named SiRENE (Short and Long […]

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