(Edsel Cook) Feeling anxious about something or nothing in particular? Taking adaptogen-rich ashwagandha root as a health supplement may help take care of those worries.
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Moringa 101: All You Need to Know about Its Health Benefits, Medicinal Applications and Nutrient Profile
(Ralph Flores) Superfoods are pretty much like superhero films these days: Every day, a plant is hailed as the “new” superfood, which has more benefits than most foods in the market.
Were Tesla’s Ideas about Free Energy and Communication with Aliens Exploited by His Enemies?
(Corbin Black) In 2019, Serbian-American Nikola Tesla has never been more famous or appreciated, yet in his day he was ridiculed as a mad scientist. Why? As anyone who has ever explored the idea of extraterrestrial life knows, it can be a taboo subject of scorn by mainstream society. That’s changing rapidly, as the US government has finally admitted that the study of unidentified aerial phenomena is ongoing and progressed to official changes in reporting procedures.
Need a Mental Break? Avoid Your Cellphone
(Neuroscience) Using a cellphone to take a break during mentally challenging tasks does not allow the brain to recharge effectively and may result in poorer performance, Rutgers researchers found.
Traumas Change Perception in the Long-Term
(Science Daily) Adults who have experienced maltreatment as children have a changed perception of social stimuli. Traumatized people found touch stimuli less comforting than people who had not experienced trauma. They also maintained a greater social distance from strangers. In addition, the researchers discovered changes in the activation of certain brain areas.
Why Marianne Williamson Suggested ‘Prayer’ Could Shift Hurricane Dorian
(Joe Martino) Marianne Williamson tweeted about how prayer and the power of the mind could potentially shift hurricane Dorian away from land and the media and influencers went a little haywire.
5 Surprising Scientific Facts About Earth’s Climate
(Vijay Jayaraj) There are many environmental facts that run contrary to popular belief. Here are five of them.
Mobile Devices Rewire Your Brain, Turning You into a Reward Addict Who Craves More Food
(Lance D Johnson) There’s a new risk factor for obesity and it doesn’t involve dieting, genetics, food consumption, hormone disrupters, or inactivity. The newest risk factor for obesity is of psychological origin and it all starts with the way we use electronics and social media.
New Johns Hopkins Study Reveals Broccoli Sprouts Compound as Possible Schizophrenia Treatment
Sulforaphane, found within broccoli sprouts, is excellent for brain health in many ways.
You Can Control Your Blood Pressure Without Medication – Here’s How
(Lance D Johnson) M. Alfredo Mejia, an associate professor in the Department of Public Health, Nutrition & Wellness at Andrews University in Michigan has developed a program to help people manage their blood pressure using diet, exercise, and sleep.
Antioxidant-Rich Goji Berries Are Superfruit Snacks That Offer a Variety of Health Benefits
(Kristine Payne) Goji berries are known by many names, such as “red diamonds” and “wolfberries.” Call them whatever you like, but these superfruits are among the most nutritious foods on the planet. These tasty little berries are native to China and have been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for over 2,000 years. As such, they are often considered a “longevity food.”
Natural Appetite Suppressants: The Best Ways to Eat Less & Lose Weight
(Dr. Edward F. Group) If you’re looking to lose a few pounds or need a little metabolic boost, you may have considered using appetite suppressants. Appetite suppressants are substances that reduce your food cravings. But do they work? Many over-the-counter stimulants claim to suppress your appetite, but most contain unnecessary additives and synthetic ingredients that you should avoid. Lucky for you, there’s evidence that some all-natural appetite suppressants might help.
Scientists Identify Two Molecules That Make up the “Fountain of Youth” And Even Accelerate Wound Healing
(Edsel Cook) For people who worry about the appearance of their skin as they grow older, a Japanese-led study recommends improving the levels of a collagen protein required by stem cells in the skin. The compounds Y27632 and apocynin may help in this regard by increasing collagen 17 levels.
Lavender Oil May Contribute to Abnormal Breast Growth in Young Girls and Boys
(Natural Blaze) Abnormal breast growth in young girls is linked to lavender oil exposure, according to a recent study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.
Testosterone Has a Complicated Relationship with Moral Reasoning, Study Finds
(Science Daily) Although some studies have linked high levels of testosterone to immoral behavior, a new study published in Nature Human Behaviour finds testosterone supplements actually made people more sensitive to moral norms, suggesting that testosterone’s influence on behavior is more complicated than previously thought.