Wellness
Researchers Recommend Refrigerating Lettuce to Minimize E. coli Contamination Risk
Leafy green vegetables are crucial for their dietary fibre and nutrient content, yet they can harbour harmful pathogens. Lettuce is often implicated in US foodborne illness outbreaks. A recent study…
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The Moving Body, the Hydraulic Brain: Exploring Fluid Shifts in the Brain
The brain is more mechanically connected to the body than previously understood, according to new…
Lingering Effects: How Early Substance Use Leaves Its Mark on the Brain
Young adults who frequently use substances may face lasting consequences for memory later in life,…
Mediterranean-style eating could strengthen mitochondrial pathways supporting cardiovascular and cognitive health
A new study from researchers at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology suggests that…
The Brain’s Internal Compass Stability May Hold the Key to Memory Longevity
A discovery by McGill University researchers sheds light on how memories can endure over time,…
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Guided Physical Therapy Enhances Recovery from Hip Fractures in Elderly Women
Findings from the STEP-HI (Starting a Testosterone and Exercise Programme after Hip Injury) trial have provided new insight into the…
Memory-Related Brain Changes Associated with REM Sleep Apnoea
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), a condition marked by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep, has been linked to changes in…
Scientists uncover heart rate indicator linked to accelerated cognitive decline in ageing adults
A healthy heart is not only defined by its strength or regularity, but also by its capacity to adapt. This…
Body Clocks, Muscle Function, and the Accelerated Ageing of Shift Workers
Muscle cells possess internal circadian clocks, finely tuned biological systems that regulate various cellular processes. According to recent research, disrupting…
Immersive VR with Scent: A Novel Approach to Cognitive Health
As the global population ages, supporting cognitive and memory functions in older adults has become critical. According to the United…
Is Your Heart Ageing Ahead of Schedule?
Researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA) have developed a pioneering method to measure the ‘true age’ of the…
Understanding the Cognitive Risks of Early Menopause
A team of researchers from the Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine and the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Medical Science…
How Shifts in Gut Bacteria with Age Might Elevate Leukemia Risk
In collaboration with an international team, researchers at Cincinnati Children's have made a groundbreaking discovery linking gut health to blood…