An international working group of experts has agreed on guidelines to help increase scientific and public awareness about a brain condition that mimics Alzheimer’s disease. The condition is not new but has come to light in recent research and clinical trials.…
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A recent study that includes data from more than 2,000 older adults finds an association between poor sense of smell and an increased risk of death. As we age, our sense of smell diminishes. However, compared with vision and hearing, we are less likely to no…
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In recent years, particularly in Japan, spending time in forests has become the wellness trend du jour. A recent meta-analysis investigates whether so-called forest bathing really can significantly reduce levels of stress. Forest bathing a translation of the…
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For people with insomnia, sleep does not reduce the shame of an embarrassing experience. For them, the distress does not fade; in fact, it can get worse with recall. This was one of the findings of a new study from the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience …
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A survey of thousands of people suggests that mystical experiences positively affect a person’s mental health, regardless of whether they are naturally occurring or a result of psychedelic drugs. Religion may have a wide range of health benefits, research su…
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Two teams of researchers analyzing different aspects of exercise in mice found that the time of day might affect the productivity of physical activity. Scientists already know that the circadian rhythm interacts with our metabolism. A person’s circadian rhyt…
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Could hypnosis relieve pain? The largest meta-analysis to date concludes that it could be a viable, safe, cost-effective option. Researchers estimate that chronic pain affects more than 1.5 billion individuals globally. Doctors often prescribe opioid medica…
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If you have ever eaten ripe elderberries or made elderberry jam, syrup, or wine, then you will be familiar with their sharp, tart, yet refreshing taste. According to tradition, these dark, purple berries can fortify a person’s immune system. New evidence sugg…
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At a small animal hospital in the United Kingdom, researchers have found a gene that enables bacteria to be highly resistant to linezolid an antibiotic that doctors use to treat serious infections in humans. Healthcare professionals give linezolid when bacte…
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The link between obesity and the brain is a fascinating topic that scientists have only recently begun to explore. New research adds important pieces to the puzzle. From the size and functionality of the brain to specific neuronal circuits, recent studies ha…
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