Advocating Looking More into Hedonism’s Role in Happiness
Razi Berry Relaxing on the sofa or savoring a delicious meal: Enjoying short-term pleasurable activities that don’t lead to long-term goals contributes at least as much to a happy life as self-control, according to new research from the University of Zurich and Radboud University in the Netherlands. The researchers therefore argue for a greater appreciation […]
Plant-Based Doesn’t Have to Mean No Meat or Dairy for Hypertension Benefits
Razi Berry Consuming a plant-based diet can lower blood pressure even if small amounts of meat and dairy are consumed too, according to new research from the University of Warwick. Any effort to increase plant-based foods in your diet and limit animal products is likely to benefit your blood pressure Published online by a team […]
Fasting for Weight Loss, How Long?
Razi Berry Two daily fasting diets, also known as time-restricted feeding diets, are effective for weight loss, according to a new study published by researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago. First human clinical trial to compare effects of two popular forms of time-restricted feeding on body weight and cardiometabolic risk The study reported […]
New Fertility Testing
Razi Berry Infertility affects 10% to 15% of couples globally, and while often viewed as a women’s health problem, men contribute to around half of the cases. Male fertility test based on Cornell research could help predict which men might need treatment Now, a male fertility test based on Cornell research could help predict which […]
Antiviral Properties of Turmeric
Razi Berry Curcumin, a natural compound found in the spice turmeric, could help eliminate certain viruses, research has found. Study showed that curcumin can prevent Transmissible gastroenteritis virus (TGEV) from infecting cells A study published in the Journal of General Virology showed that curcumin can prevent Transmissible gastroenteritis virus (TGEV) — an alpha-group coronavirus that […]
Emotional Attachment to Memories Make them Stronger
Razi Berry Memories linked with strong emotions often become seared in the brain. Most people can remember where they were on 9/11, or what the weather was like on the day their first child was born. Memories about world events on Sept 10, or lunch last Tuesday, have long been erased. Why are memories attached […]
First study to show how anger bias based on race may extend to teachers and children
Razi Berry Prospective teachers appear more likely to misinterpret Black children as angry than white children, which may undermine the education of Black youth, according to new research published by the American Psychological Association. Teachers Misperceive Black Children as Angry While previous research has documented this effect in adults, this is the first study to […]
Personalized Cardiac Prevention – Coronary Calcium Score
Razi Berry Your doctor tells you that you need a statin to lower your cholesterol and reduce your heart attack risk. You don’t like taking medicine and your friend tells you that he had achy muscles after he started a statin. You wonder if you should listen to your doctor or go without the medicine. […]
It Turns Out That Most Really Don’t Know What They Want in a Romantic Partner
Razi Berry We all can describe our ideal partner. Perhaps they are funny, attractive and inquisitive. Or maybe they are down-to-earth, intelligent and thoughtful. But do we actually have special insight into ourselves, or are we just describing positive qualities that everyone likes? Are we truly being insightful or are we just describing positive qualities […]
Living Situation/Environment May be Key to Long Life
Razi Berry When it comes to living to the ripe old age of 100, good genes help but don’t tell the full story. Where you live has a significant impact on the likelihood that you will reach centenarian age, suggests a new study conducted by scientists at Washington State University’s Elson S. Floyd College of […]