Prolonged musculoskeletal pain could hasten the ageing of the brain
In research outlined in Nature Mental Health, teams from China and the United States have discovered that individuals experiencing chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) may be at an elevated risk of…
Spending time in nature: How natural environments can foster a healthier relationship with time
Recent research highlights nature's potential benefits in alleviating the pressures of contemporary urban living by influencing human perceptions of time. This understanding could pave the way for creating healthier living…
Revolutionising Shrimp Waste: Harnessing Powerful Antioxidants for Health and Sustainability
Scientists have unveiled groundbreaking antioxidative compounds in Northern shrimp (Pandalus borealis), marking a significant advancement for the food and pharmaceutical industries. This discovery highlights not only the nutritional richness of…
Behavioural interventions for ageing
Ethologists from Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) embarked on a research project to investigate the impact of various therapeutic modalities on the wellbeing of elderly dogs, averaging ten years of age.…
High prevalence of hip osteoarthritis in elderly individuals with spinal deformities
One-third of patients who undergo surgery for adult spinal deformity (ASD) also suffer from severe osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip, which correlates with poorer spinal alignment and physical functioning, according…
Natural molecule found in coffee and the human body boosts NAD+ levels and enhances muscle function as we age
A recent breakthrough by a research consortium led by Nestlé Research in Switzerland and the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore (NUS Medicine) has…
Feeling down and moving less? Or perhaps moving more and feeling uplifted? It can work either way
New findings from the University of Toronto reveal that adults who have reported more symptoms of depression over the past week are also less likely to have been physically active…
Ancient hunter-gatherers seemed to have included more plants in their diet
Conducted by an international team of scientists from the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology in Leipzig, Germany, Géoscience et Environnement Toulouse in Toulouse, France, and the Institut National des…
A study from NTU Singapore and Duke-NUS finds that older Singaporeans who volunteer perceive an improved quality of life
A groundbreaking study conducted by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and Duke-NUS Medical School (Duke-NUS) has uncovered unique insights into the social benefits of volunteering among older adults. The…
Basking in the wonders of nature has been demonstrated to decrease inflammation levels
Fresh findings from Cornell University have illuminated a compelling link between deriving pleasure from nature and a specific biological mechanism – inflammation. Through meticulous investigation, the research unveiled that individuals…
Sedentary behaviour raises the risk of mortality
Based on extensive observations of centenarians, author Dan Buettner, renowned for his work on Blue Zones, proposes that longevity is bolstered by regular movement, such as standing up every twenty…
The study demonstrates that having views of green spaces encourages individuals to make healthier food choices
The allure of natural landscapes often evokes feelings of positivity and a heightened sense of wellbeing among individuals. However, a recent study conducted by INSEAD has shed new light on…
Replacing red meat with herring or sardines could potentially save up to 750,000 lives annually by 2050
The researchers posit that adopting a diet rich in marine forage fish could prove particularly advantageous for low and middle-income countries, where these fish are abundant and economically accessible. This…
Engaging in physical activity amidst natural surroundings contributes significantly to disease prevention, encompassing ailments such as depression and type 2 diabetes
The research conducted by the esteemed University of Exeter has brought to light a significant discovery-the profound impact of physical activity in natural environments on disease prevention. This practice has…
Tiny worms have adapted to survive the extreme radiation levels in the Chernobyl exclusion zone
The Chornobyl nuclear disaster of 1986 stands as one of the most catastrophic events in human history, casting a shadow of devastation over the surrounding landscape that endures nearly four…
The connection between individuals who consume mangoes and expectant mothers: enhanced dietary habits and improved intake of nutrients
Women in the stages of conception, pregnancy, or lactation often possess distinctive nutritional requirements that are frequently unaddressed by their current dietary choices. A recent study, unveiled in Nutrients, reveals…