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Hydration may be a problem in adults suffering from poor cognitive health, according to a new study published in the European Journal of Nutrition. Not getting enough water has been shown to cause many problems such as fatigue and headache, but this new research shows it may be harming cognitive function as well. The study ...click here to read more

If you had a big bowl of pasta and some chocolate cake for dessert, it might explain why you’re having trouble sleeping. Some new research has found a close association between diet and insomnia that might help you answer the perplexing question of why you can’t sleep. Americans eat a lot of “refined” carbs. Stuff ...click here to read more

You’ve heard about the dangers associated with too little sleep, but what about getting too much? It seems crazy, doesn’t it? But like most things, too much can be problematic when it comes to sleep. At least that’s the finding from a new study recently published in Neurology. The study notes a close association between ...click here to read more

If you’ve seen the Terminator movies, you know all about how they see. The second its eyes are set on a person; they know everything there is to know—the stat line runs like a news ticker. A new study is suggesting that “smart” contact lenses could do the same… for your doctor. Preliminary research is ...click here to read more

The roads can be treacherous and the temperatures can induce frostbite or hypothermia if you’re not bundled up. Remember to clear the snow and ice from your walkway. You’ve heard it all before. But there are some other cold weather conditions you need to be wary of. When the temperatures drop and snow piles up, ...click here to read more

We all have those days when the brain isn’t firing. You know, you’re the person at the party that can’t focus or contribute to a conversation. It can hit unexpectedly and leave you wondering why your brain can’t connect the dots. It’s called brain fog, and it’s surprisingly common. Thankfully, brain fog doesn’t necessarily signify ...click here to read more

This probably isn’t the best time of the year to tell you this: but these Holiday evening feasts are not doing any good for blood pressure, cholesterol levels, or other indicators of heart health. A new study is adding to a growing list of research that suggests when, not just what, you eat can influence ...click here to read more

I try to get out for a walk on most days during the week. However, with work, meals, and everything else, I often find the sun has set long before I can get out there. So, when I do get outside, it’s pretty cold. And believe it or not, that temperature can be a pretty ...click here to read more

Women experiencing night sweats due to menopause may be more vulnerable to cognitive dysfunction, according to a new study. Experts have found a link between sleep duration due to night sweats and prefrontal cortex deficits. The study presented during The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) annual meeting found that women with a history of breast ...click here to read more

This time of year, viruses are everywhere you turn. They’re all over the surfaces on the planes you fly to visit family, the gifts you’re picking up at the mall, and the ladle that pours the eggnog. Oh, and if you have young grandchildren… It’s no surprise that the flu season coincides with the holidays. ...click here to read more

The holidays are synonymous with a lot of things. Two of them, unfortunately, are heartburn and stomach viruses. A lot of people out there eat a little too much and a little too fast this time of year. Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) offer a quick fix from heartburn and can provide some relief from social ...click here to read more

Deep sleep could have a more significant impact on brain health than previously thought, according to a new study. Researchers say they have found that the deep stages of sleep may give the brain a chance to wash itself free of potentially toxic substances. During sleep, the “slow wave” activity of nerve cells makes room ...click here to read more

Do you know what kills me? When I have a busy day where I’ve learned a lot and follow it up with a crappy sleep. Not only does it guarantee mistakes the next day, but it wipes away my newly acquired knowledge. It’s like some of the words and ideas remain, but there appears to ...click here to read more

As the holiday’s approach and temptations are on every table, you may want to reach for a piece of whole fruit over a sugary treat to help reduce your blood pressure. Research from the University of Delaware suggests that enjoying a piece of fruit rather than a sugary treat is linked with a reduction in high ...click here to read more