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Try Foot Reflexology After Heart Surgery

Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM

Researchers find that foot reflexology treatment after a major heart operation can decrease patient agitation and reduce the average amount of time spent on a ventilator.

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Oak Wood Extract
Oak Wood Extract Can Lessen Post-Surgical Effects

Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM

Study finds oak wood extract can help with stress, energy, mood and the ability to perform physical tasks and participate in social activities in women recovering from hysterectomy surgery.

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Consider Mindfulness for Multiple Sclerosis

Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM

Mindfulness training such as focusing on the breath and doing mental body scans may help patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) manage their emotions and process information quicker.

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Contaminated Water with PFAS
Reduce PFAS Exposure to Help Delay Menopause

Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM

Exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS)—“forever chemicals” found in non-stick cookware, food packaging and contaminated water—may cause menopause to occur earlier in women.

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Consider Therapy to Reduce Inflammation

Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM

An analysis of studies found that cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and similar approaches reduced inflammation and enhanced immunity in subjects.

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Boost Fun Nutrition with Microgreens

Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM

Researchers exploring the acceptability of microgreens, a sustainably grown plant bursting with nutrients, discovered that subjects found the greens to be fun, colorful and attractive.

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Earth in Natural Greenery
Planetary Planning: Keeping Half the Earth Natural

Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM

A study concludes that if we act quickly and decisively, there is an opportunity to conserve about half of the planet’s ice-free land.

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Nurses Stand Up Against Climate Change

Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM

Conscientious nurses have formed the Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments and partnered with Project Drawdown to significantly impact climate change and create a healthier future.

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Starchy Solution: A Plant-Based Alternative to Plastic

Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM

Manufacturer Kuraray has introduced a renewable and sustainable starch-based barrier film called Plantic. The plant-based packaging material can be recycled or composted.

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Microplastics in the environment
Plastic Rain: Airborne Particulates Blanket Wilderness

Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM

Researchers estimate more than 1,000 tons of microplastics are deposited from the air into national parks and wilderness areas each year.

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