Forget crowd size — a new study confirms that conservatives boast slightly larger amygdalas, the part of the brain that plays a key role in identifying and responding to potential threats, compared to liberals. “A slightly larger amygdala simply highlights the brain’s increased sensitivity to issues related to [the] need for security, reduction of uncertainty … Ler mais
She is giving you a piece of her mind. Emily McDonald, a neuroscientist and mindset coach from Arizona, is sharing four ways to stimulate the birth of new brain cells—a process known as neurogenesis. Most of our 100 billion brain cells are created before birth – the brain can still produce new cells, called neurons, … Ler mais
This dentist is revealing the tooth for oral hygiene. Dr. Alex Foo says it takes more than brushing and flossing twice a day to keep your teeth healthy. To prevent tooth decay, the award-winning dentist says it’s essential to give your teeth a break after lunch. A two-hour food embargo after a midday meal can … Ler mais
Your beer glass may soon get smaller — and this time, it’s not about shrinking. A group of UK scientists – interested in finding innovative ways to encourage the public to cut down on excessive alcohol consumption – have published the findings of a study involving a dozen pubs, bars and restaurants where pint glasses … Ler mais
Someone give grandpa a box of condoms, already. Sex-crazed senior citizens are fueling a spike in STIs across the country, surprising new statistics have revealed — with one surprising state leading the wild charge. In 2022 — the year with the most recent data — more than 2.5 million cases of syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia … Ler mais
A mum mistook cancer on her face for a ‘clogged pore’ – and only went to get tested after seeing a TikTok warning about skin cancer. Lauren Smyth, 29, used sunbeds in her early twenties but hadn’t touched them in years. So she didn’t think much of a small pimple that appeared on the tip … Ler mais
Frozen food has historically gotten a bad rap, ranking as a distant second to fresh options. But UK nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert tells the Daily Mail this week that our frozen bias could be costing us valuable nutrients: “There is a huge gap between consumer perceptions and the reality of frozen food quality.” “I’ve been advocating … Ler mais
Don’t bite your thumb on the plum. Plums, long lauded for their laxative properties, often take second place to summer’s sexiest fruits like cherries, blackberries and peaches – but nutritionists say you shouldn’t sleep on this superfood. Plums are low in calories but high in fiber, sweetness and antioxidants. They also contain 15 different vitamins … Ler mais
If you want healthy ears, listen carefully. Healthy hearing is vital to overall well-being and if hearing loss is not prevented or treated, it can lead to feelings of social isolation, depression, anxiety and loss of confidence. It is also linked to changes in cognition, including an increased risk of dementia in older adults. Read … Ler mais
It’s not too late to have a beautiful summer. Potatoes, egg yolks and full-fat milk top the list of “bad” foods Toronto-based registered dietitian Abbey Sharp wants you to try. “Diet culture likes to demonize these foods, but they can be very good for you!” Sharp wrote to TikTok on Thursday. potato Potatoes are a … Ler mais
