(Ellaine Castillo) Many people would do anything to become smarter, but it’s actually a lot simpler to achieve this than you might think. By choosing the right foods, you can easily improve your brain health and achieve better memory and focus.
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Hugging After A Fight Can Make Everyone Feel Better, A New Study Says
(Carolyn de Lorenzo) Let’s face it: Relationships have their ups and downs. Even in the best scenarios, disagreements, misunderstandings, and conflict can flare up from time to time. There’s also pretty much no one who doesn’t encounter various forms of stress on a semi-regular basis. And everyone encountering this kind of distress is 100 percent looking for something that can make them feel better after the fact. Well, according to a new study from the Department of Psychology at Carnegie Mellon University, something as simple as a hug can help calm you down after encountering a fight or stressful situation. Isn’t that just a breath of fresh air? I think so, too.
Why Every Diabetic Should Eat More Cinnamon
(Ralph Flores) Diabetes is a condition that affects over 400 million people around the world. That’s already a major problem; however, its prevalence is still rising, especially in middle- and low-income countries. If the disease is left unchecked, the World Health Organization estimates that by 2030, it will be the seventh leading cause of death worldwide. Interestingly enough, most scientists are now turning their attention to traditional medicine, which have long offered treatments for diabetes and other chronic conditions. One such study, led by a team from National Taiwan University, suggests using indigenous cinnamon(Cinnamomum osmophloeum) to treat hyperglycemia, the defining characteristic of diabetes.
Tulsi (Holy Basil) May be the Ultimate Adaptogen for Everyday Use
(RJ Jhonson) Tulsi or holy basil has been held in the highest regard in Ayurvedic medicine because of its healing capabilities. Today, it is being recognized for its ability to address chronic stress and its effects, as well as its potential anti-cancer properties.
How To Release The Stress Stored In Your Body
(Jacob Devaney) It’s all about taking time to unlock the ‘Muscle of the Soul’
Stress: It’s Not in Your Head, it’s in Your Nervous System
(Melody Walford) Have you ever been told when you’re stressed to stop worrying and just relax? That it’s all in your head? It would be nice if it were that simple. But it’s not.
Cannabis and PTSD: What Does the Clinical Research Say?
(Helena) The psychological effects of trauma and violence have long been known, and in the mid 20th century the symptoms were defined as post traumatic stress disorder.
C60 Carbon Introduction — Sorting Fact from Hype
C60 Carbon Introduction — Sorting Fact from Hype
A Guide to Knowing How Much Water You Should Be Drinking Every Day
(Michelle Simmons) How much water should you be drinking every day? The amount of water every person needs depends on several factors: weight, age, and activity level. Here is a guide to calculate how much water you should be drinking every day based on your own needs. (h/t to GoodHousekeeping.com)
6 FDA-Approved Sweeteners Proven Toxic To Human Digestion
(Marco Torres) Using artificial sweeteners causes biochemical changes in the body and actually throw off the body’s ability to monitor how many calories we consume. FDA-approved artificial sweeteners and sport supplements have now been found to be toxic to digestive gut microbes, according to a new paper published in the journalMolecules.
Massive Nationwide Meat and Poultry Recalls for Salmonella Poisoning Issued by CDC, FDA, HHS, and USDA During Final Days of October, 2018
(S.D. Wells) In a joint U.S. regulatory agency recall effort, up to 6.5 million pounds of beef are being yanked after Salmonella infects 120 people nationwide and hospitalizes at least 33. The multi-state outbreak was announced on October 23rd, but not soon enough. Consumers, be on the lookout for beef products carrying the establishment number EST. 267 inside the USDA label. You can return the infected carcass to the store you bought it from.
5 Health Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup
(Dr. Edward F. Group) Since the late 1980s, High Fructose Corn Syrup has replaced regular table sugar, honey, and similar sweeteners in much of our food supply. However a number of studies conducted over the past few decades indicate consumption of HFCS is connected with a range of health concerns, suggesting that prolonged consumption of HFCS, like other genetically modified products, may be bad for your health.
7 Signs to End a Friendship Even With Your Best Friend — Toxic Relationship Traits
7 Signs to End a Friendship Even With Your Best Friend — Toxic Relationship Traits
People Ingest About 2,000 Microplastics in Table Salt Each Year
(Joe McCarthy and Erica Sanchez) Microplastics pervade the planet.
Monsanto / Bayer Now Facing over 8,000 Lawsuits Alleging Its Glyphosate (Roundup) Herbicide Causes Cancer
(Ethan Huff) A California judge has issued a landmark ruling that affirms the cancer-causing effects of glyphosate, the primary active ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup herbicide.