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Take a Social Media Break to Improve Mental Health

Jul 29, 2022 09:30AM

A new study finds that taking a break from social media for one week can significantly improve well-being, depression and anxiety.

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Optimize Gut Health in Kids with ADHD or Autism Symptoms

Jul 29, 2022 09:30AM

The key role that the microbiome plays in children’s health has been documented in a study that links gut health to symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism.

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Eat Green and Orange Produce to Lower Dementia Risk

Jul 29, 2022 09:30AM

Researchers have found that green veggies and orange fruits can help stave off dementia.

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Avoid Anti-Inflammatory Drugs to Lower Long-Term Pain Risk

Jul 29, 2022 09:30AM

Taking anti-inflammatory drugs for pain relief can actually lead to chronic long-term pain, say researchers.

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Follow a Mediterranean Diet to Tackle Depression

Jul 29, 2022 09:30AM

Eating a Mediterranean diet can help to significantly lower levels of depression and improve quality of life.

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Eat Grains to Reduce Inflammation and Liver Disease Risk

Jun 30, 2022 09:30AM

New studies find that nutrient-rich, whole grains have a positive effect on cardiovascular and liver health.

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Practice Sitting Tai Chi to Recover from a Stroke

Jun 30, 2022 09:30AM

A new study found that doing the hand and shoulder movements of tai chi while sitting in a chair produced significant physical and mental benefits for stroke survivors.

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Don’t Assume Selfies Show True Facial Features

Jun 30, 2022 09:30AM

People are showing cosmetic surgeons selfies to demonstrate their surgical desires, but these concerns may be based on a distorted perception because selfies distort facial features.

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Try Music and Muscle Relaxation to Lower Surgery Anxiety

Jun 30, 2022 09:30AM

Surgery often activates high levels of anxiety in patients, but a study found that dancing and doing handicrafts while listening to music the day before the surgery can help.

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Cut Back on Booze to Protect the Brain

May 31, 2022 09:30AM

Even drinking as little as a few beers or glasses of wine per week will reduce brain volume, according to a new study.

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