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02/01/2022
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By Virgilio Marin
Saffron a safer treatment for ADHD, just as effective as Ritalin, says study
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that around 62 percent of children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are taking medications for the disease. One of the most common prescription drugs for ADHD is methylphenidate. The drug, commonly known as Ritalin, is a central nervous system stimulant linked to numerous side effects, including anxiety, nausea, […]
08/24/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Omega-3 deficiency linked to common age-related illnesses such as cancer, depression and heart disease
Omega-3 fatty acids are a family of healthy polyunsaturated fats with numerous health benefits. These fats are important for the maintenance of healthy cell membranes and contribute to the production of hormones that regulate blood clotting, inflammation and the contraction and relaxation of artery walls. Two of the most important types of omega-3 fatty acids are eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). […]
05/21/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Food for the brain: Review examines the link between diet and mental health
A review published in the journal European Neuropsychopharmacology shows that a person’s diet can improve or worsen his mental health, depending on the quality of the foods that he eats. European researchers arrived at this conclusion after reviewing past studies that examined the potential link between nutrition and mental health. The researchers found strong evidence that the Mediterranean diet, […]
08/14/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Introducing prebiotics to children helps diminish the negative effects of early life stress
Prebiotics, the fibers that feed the good bacteria in the gut, can protect children from the effects of early life stress (ELS), according to scientists from University College Cork (UCC) in Ireland and Mead Johnson Pediatric Nutrition Institute in Indiana and the Netherlands. Published in the European Journal of Neuroscience, their findings demonstrated that introducing prebiotics to mice that had […]
08/12/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Drink your worries away? Researchers look into resveratrol as a means to reduce depression and anxiety
A study published in the journal Neuropharmacology found that plant-based compound resveratrol can potentially lower depression and anxiety. This is because resveratrol inhibits enzyme expression of phosphodiesterase 4 or PDE4, which is linked to depression and anxiety. Current antidepressants focus on other components of the brain such as serotonin. But only one-third of patients with depression enter full remission using these […]
07/30/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
6 Reasons to eat more turnip greens, a lesser known nutritional powerhouse
Turnip greens are cruciferous vegetables that belong to the same family as kale and broccoli. Turnip greens refer to the dark leafy green tops of turnips which are often discarded. However, they are completely edible and, in fact, are among the healthiest vegetables you can eat. In terms of the Aggregate Nutrient Density Index (ANDI), which is a measure of the […]
07/07/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
How can L-theanine improve your mental and cognitive health?
L-theanine is a unique amino acid found in tea that offers a variety of health benefits, including better cognitive performance, reduced stress and improved mood. A recent study published in the journal Nutrients investigated the effects of L-theanine supplementation and found that it helps improve certain markers of depression, such as increased anxiety and poor-quality sleep. These markers are also common across different mental […]
01/27/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Effects of long-term micronutrient consumption for improving psychiatric symptoms
Researchers from New Zealand conducted investigated the safety of two commercially available broad-spectrum micronutrient fomulas, administered at doses above the Recommended Dietary Allowances, for the long-term treatment of individuals with psychiatric symptoms. Their findings were published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Numerous studies have documented the efficacy of micronutrient (vitamins and minerals)-based interventions […]
01/23/2020
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By Grace Olson
Scientists discover a soil bacteria that can protect against stress
The health industry is full of diets, exercises and therapies for stress relief. But researchers from the U.S., Hungary and the U.K. suggest a more down-to-earth stress buster – with dirt. In their study, which was published in the journal Psychopharmacology, the team found that Mycobacterium vaccae, a bacterium found in soil, produces an anti-inflammatory fatty acid that can reduce inflammation and […]
11/03/2019
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By Grace Olson
Junk food is a cheap drug: Research explores the link between income, obesity, and psychological distress
A recent study published in the journal Obesity has revealed that there is a potential link between socioeconomic status and obesity. Through questionnaires, researchers from the U.K. and Australia found that a lower socioeconomic status may indirectly contribute to a higher body mass index (BMI). The connection between income, obesity, and psychological distress According to […]
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