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The MIND diet is a dietary plan designed to promote brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease. Its name is an acronym for “Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay”, combining aspects of the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension). Here’s a breakdown of what it emphasizes: 1....[ Read More... ]

1. Major U.S. Study: Multi‑Domain Lifestyle Works A recent U.S. clinical trial involving over 2,100 adults aged 60–79 showed that a structured lifestyle program - combining regular exercise, the MIND diet, brain-training, and social engagement - helped participants think cognitively up to two years younger than expected. The group doing the structured intervention did better than...[ Read More... ]

Walk 30 Minutes a Day to Double Your Pain‑Free Time A recent randomized clinical trial reported by UCLA Health and published in The Lancet involved over 700 adults with chronic low‑back pain. Half of the participants were placed on a structured walking program - 30 minutes per day, five days a week, combined with education on back pain recovery and core mechanics. Over a follow‑up period of...[ Read More... ]

A series of recent studies have unveiled a striking connection: living in areas with frequent extreme heat may actually accelerate biological aging at the cellular and molecular level. What Did the Research Reveal? 👵 Aging Faster on the Inside: The Science Advances Study In a nationally representative U.S. study involving over 3,600 adults aged 56+, researchers used epigenetic clocks -...[ Read More... ]

Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) is a common yet often overlooked medical condition that affects millions of people, particularly those over the age of 50. It occurs when the veins in the legs struggle to return blood to the heart efficiently, causing blood to pool in the lower extremities. While it may start off with mild discomfort, if left untreated, CVI can lead to more serious...[ Read More... ]

Titanium dioxide (often listed as E171 in ingredient lists) is a bright white pigment commonly used to make products appear whiter and more opaque. You’ll find it in everything from toothpaste and sunscreen to candies, pastries, medications, and even paint. Despite its widespread use in the United States, the European Union banned titanium dioxide as a food additive in 2022, citing safety...[ Read More... ]

Natural smoke flavor is a common ingredient in many processed foods, especially chips, offering a smoky taste without the need for traditional smoking. While it does enhance flavor, there are growing concerns about its potential health effects, particularly its link to cancer. Despite being labeled as "natural," it might not be as healthy as it sounds. For example, Trader Joe’s Elote Corn...[ Read More... ]

It's recommended to go gluten-free if you have been diagnosed with celiac disease, as strong evidence links gluten to digestive problems in these specific cases.  But Consumer Reports says avoiding gluten is not a good idea for those who are not allergic to gluten, and can do more harm than good:"Less than 7 percent of Americans have celiac disease or another condition that causes gluten...[ Read More... ]

One single night of interrupted sleep increases brain proteins which are believed to cause Alzheimer's disease, researches reported in a study published in the journal Brain Monday.  Sleep helps the body clear away these compounds, amyloid and tau, while interrupting sleep may lead to a compound build-up."When people had their slow-wave sleep disrupted, their amyloid levels increased by...[ Read More... ]

Your baby can talk - you just have to learn their language until they learn to talk in yours.  This pediatrician article says it's a lose-lose situation for parents and babies if not responding to a cry and just ignoring it:By not responding to the cry, babies and parents lose. Here’s why:In the early months of life, babies cannot verbalize their needs. To fill in the gap until the...[ Read More... ]