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Business Idea: Create a Website and a smartphone app that provides a visual guide to great food and where to find it.

Company: Foodspotting

Business Idea: Create a Website and a smartphone app that provides a visual guide to great food and where to find it. Instead of reviewing restaurants, users will share where to find their fa... 

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Business Idea: Create an online community that links interns (primarily college students) with entrepreneurial start-ups and change-oriented nonprofit organizations.

Company: YouTern

Business Idea: Create an online community that links interns (primarily college students) with entrepreneurial start-ups and change-oriented nonprofit organizations.

Pitch: Int... 

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52 Tips for Losing Weight

A Tip a Week

If you add one of these tips a week to your daily routine, in one year you will have developed some very healthy habits!

1. Eliminate one tablespoon of fat a day and you will lose 10 pounds in a ye... 

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The Law of Cause and Effect – Everything happens for a reason; there is a cause for every effect.

This is the “Iron Law” of human destiny. This law says that we live in a world governed by law, not chance. It says that everything happens for a reason, whether or not we know what it is. Every effect, success or failure, wealth or poverty, has ... 

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Organizing Buying Groups to Cut Costs and Maintain Competitiveness

One challenge that businesses confront is cutting costs in ways that don’t erode their ability to remain competitive. Many cost-cutting techniques, such as scaling back on hiring, lowering marketing expenses, or reducing inventory, may save money b... 

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What's In A Business Name?: A Lot Of Trouble If You Aren't Careful

Introduction

While at first glance naming a business may seem like a minor issue, it is an extremely important one. A company’s name is one of the first things people associate with a business, and it is a word or phrase that wi... 

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Vesting Ownership in Company Stock: A Sound Strategy for Start-Ups

If you’re not familiar with vesting, the idea is that when a firm is launched, instead of issuing stock outright to the founders, the stock is distributed over a period of time, typically three to four years, as the founder or founders “e... 

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99designs: Making Partnering with Freelancers the Essence of Its Disruptive Business Model

Start-ups typically have a variety of design needs including logo design, brochures, stationery, and business cards. Traditionally the most important design work, like a business’s logo, is either done by the business itself or contracted out to a ... 

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Thriving in a Crowded Industry by Creating Meaningful Value and Differentiation from Competitors

Firms do well in a crowded industry when two conditions exist: (1) they create meaningful value for customers at a fair price and (2) they effectively differentiate themselves from competitors. In fact, diminishing the impact of thre... 

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Shield your brain from decline

Use the SHIELD acronym to remember the lifestyle habits that will help protect your memory and thinking skills.

We are making encouraging progress in finding medications that prevent or even reverse cognitive decline. Until we get there, however, ... 

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Business Idea: Provide musicians a platform to reach out to their fan base to financially contribute to upcoming recordings or other musical projects.

Business Idea: Provide musicians a platform to reach out to their fan base to financially contribute to upcoming recordings or other musical projects.

Pitch: Musicians often have creative ideas for recordings or s... 

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Finding the Right Business Partner

One thing that becomes clear to many potential business founders, while conducting organizational feasibility analysis, is that they need one or more partners to help launch their business. You might be a Web developer who has a great idea for a Web ... 

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ScriptPad: Interesting Idea—But Will Doctors and Pharmacies Sign On?

To ScriptPad founder and CEO Shane Taylor, the problem his company solves is personal. Taylor’s father, who is fighting both heart disease and cancer, takes 26 different medications to fight his illnesses. Any mix-up or error associated with taking... 

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Want Help Fine-Tuning a Business Idea? Find a Mentor

Fine-tuning a business idea isn’t easy. While fairly course-grained ideas are rather easy to develop, like creating a cell-phone that’s designed specifically for elderly people, fleshing out the details is where experience helps. This reality put... 

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Working Together: How Biotech Firms and Large Drug Companies Bring Pharmaceutical Products to Market

Large firms and smaller entrepreneurial firms play different roles in business and society and can often produce the best results by partnering with each other rather than acting as adversaries. The pharmaceutical industry is an excellent example of ... 

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Learning how to meditate

Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years and it continues to grow in popularity. This mindful practice can help aid anxiety and depression, chronic pain, cancer, bowel diseases, high blood pressure, insomnia, addiction and so much more.
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Learning how to meditate
PatientsLikeMe: Allowing People with Serious Diseases to Connect with One Another and Exchange Support and Advice

PatientsLikeMe: Allowing People with Serious Diseases to Connect with One Another and Exchange Support and Advice

Web: www.patientslikeme.com

Jamie a... 

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How Companies and Organizations Build Credibility and Trust

How Companies and Organizations Build Credibility and Trust

There are several ways companies and organizations can build credibility and trust. We present eight techniques that are essential in nearly all cases in the following list.

Te... 

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Business Idea: Create a single place for music lovers to track or keep up with their favorite bands, so they’ll always know where and when the bands will be performing in their area.

Business Idea: Create a single place for music lovers to track or keep up with their favorite bands, so they’ll always know where and when the bands will be performing in their area.

In addition, create an online platform for c... 

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CREATING A NEW-VENTURE TEAM

Those who launch or found an entrepreneurial venture have an important role to play in shaping the firm’s business concept. Stated even more directly, it is widely known that a well-conceived business plan cannot get off the ground unless a firm ha... 

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CREATING A NEW-VENTURE TEAM
Discuss the differences among sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and limited liability companies.

When a business is launched, a form of legal entity must be chosen. Sole proprietorship, partnerships, corporations, and limited liability companies are the most common legal entities from which entrepreneurs make a choice. Choosing ... 

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Discuss the differences among sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and limited liability companies.
Airbnb: How Listening to Customers and Iterating the Business Model Helped Shape and Mold a Successful Start-up

Airbnb: How Listening to Customers and Iterating the Business Model Helped Shape and Mold a Successful Start-up

Web: www.airbnb.com

Introduction

It all st... 

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Airbnb: How Listening to Customers and Iterating the Business Model Helped Shape and Mold a Successful Start-up
Components of an effective business model

1. Core strategy (how a firm competes)

2. Strategic resources (how a firm acquires and uses its resources)

3. Partnership network (how a firm structures and nurtures its partnerships)

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Six distinct ways of making money online

Six distinct ways of making money online (the way an online company makes money largely defines its business model)

1. Affiliate programs

An affiliate program is a way for online merchants, like 1-800-FLOWERS, ... 

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COMPETITOR ANALYSIS

After a firm has gained an understanding of the industry and the target market in which it plans to compete, the next step is to complete a competitor analysis. A competitor analysis is a detailed analysis of a firm’s competition. It helps a firm u... 

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Some excellent ways to increase your self-awareness

1. Personal diaries

An excellent way to increase your self-awareness is to keep a diary. In it make a daily note of the important things that happen. Be honest and open with yourself. Be willing to reflect upon your beliefs, thoug... 

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Maintaining positive thoughts

• E. G. S. Emotional Guidance System - Your inner guide

It is said that the average human being has approximately 64,000 thoughts per day. Protecting all of your thoughts 24 hours a day can be a full-time job. There is a better way to gauge how ... 

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TECHNIQUES FOR GENERATING IDEAS

In general, entrepreneurs identify more ideas than opportunities because many ideas are typically generated to find the best way to capitalize on an opportunity. Several techniques can be used to stimulate and facilitate the generation of new ideas f... 

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The 3 sources of business ideas

1. Observing Trends

The first approach to identifying opportunities is to observe trends and study how they create opportunities for entrepreneurs to pursue. The most important trends to follow are economic trends, social trends, ... 

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The 3 sources of business ideas
Success depends on Well Concentrated Efforts

The Successful Lives Are the Concentrated Lives.  

Concentration means success, because you are better able to govern yourself and centralize your mind; you become more in earnest in what you do and this almost invariably improves your chances f... 

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Scientists Reveal Two Simple Words That Can Improve Your Relationship

The research found that greater levels of perceived gratitude protect couples from common stressors such as ineffective arguing and financial problems and promote relationship stability.

• The power of “thank you” – Feeling appreciated by ... 

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Scientists Reveal Two Simple Words That Can Improve Your Relationship
Study: People With Depression Are Less Likely To Have Children

Depression is a mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and lack of interest or pleasure in activities. It can also cause physical symptoms such as fatigue, changes in appetite and sleep patterns, and di... 

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Study: People With Depression Are Less Likely To Have Children
Writing a thank-you note is more powerful than you think

Writing thank-you notes is not just good manners. It can have a strong psychological effect for both the sender and receiver, suggests research published in the September 2018 issue of Psychological Science.

While most people consider showing an ... 

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Writing a thank-you note is more powerful than you think
Giving thanks can make you happier

Each holiday season comes with high expectations for a cozy and festive time of year. However, for many this time of year is tinged with sadness, anxiety, or depression. Certainly, major depression or a severe anxiety disorder benefits most from prof... 

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Eating Ultra-Processed “Ready-To-Eat-or-Heat” Foods Linked to Premature Death

A new study found that increased consumption of ultra-processed foods was associated with more than 10% of all-cause premature, preventable deaths in Brazil in 2019. This is especially alarming, because Brazilians consume far less of these products t... 

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Eating Ultra-Processed “Ready-To-Eat-or-Heat” Foods Linked to Premature Death
Study shows the power of 'thank you' for couples

Gratitude has been a trendy sentiment in recent years – sparking an industry of journals, knickknacks and T-shirts touting thankfulness as a positive force in individuals’ lives.

New research suggests that gratitude from one’s partner may be... 

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Mini relaxation technique to overcome grief

Dealing with grief and loss is extremely stressful. During this time it may help to take mini-relaxation breaks. If you have three minutes, try this: While seated, take a break to check your body for tension. Relax your facial muscles and allow your ... 

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Mini relaxation technique to overcome grief
Scientists: Put Down Your Devices and Let Your Mind Wander

Taking some time to just sit and think might be far more enjoyable than you expect.

People don’t realize how enjoyable it is to sit and think.

According to research from the American Psychological Association, people often underestimate how m... 

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Scientists: Put Down Your Devices and Let Your Mind Wander
Using digital media to relax is related to lower-quality parenting

Caregivers who consume digital media for relaxation are more likely to engage in negative parenting practices, according to a new multinational study.

The new study led by the University of Waterloo aimed to investigate the relationship between ... 

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Using digital media to relax is related to lower-quality parenting
Vitamin B6 supplements could reduce anxiety and depression

Taking high-dose Vitamin B6 tablets has been shown to reduce feelings of anxiety and depression by new research.

Scientists at the University of Reading measured the impact of high doses of Vitamin B6 on young adults and found that they reported ... 

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Cyberbullying puts targeted adolescents at risk for suicide, study suggests

Beyond the many stressors that young adolescents face, being a target of cyberbullying is an independent risk factor for suicide -- above and beyond traditional offline bullying, according to a study released Monday.

That's the finding of a new st... 

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Business Idea: Create a Website and a smartphone app that provides a visual guide to great food and where to find it.

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Company: Foodspotting

Business Idea: Create a Website and a smartphone app that provides a visual guide to great food and where to find it. Instead of reviewing restaurants, users will share where to find their favorite dishes and see what dishes other people have liked at the restaurants they visit.

Pitch: Foodspotting began in 2009 when its cofounders realized that while there were many restaurant review Web sites and apps, there was no easy way to find or rate specific dishes. As a result, if a person craved grilled salmon there was n...   Continue reading ››








4 ways to eat your way to lower cholesterol

  2 days ago (Wed, Mar 27, 2024 at 09:09 AM)

Many people can lower cholesterol levels simply by changing what they eat. For example, if you are a fan of cheeseburgers, eating less meat (and leaner cuts) and more vegetables, fruits, and whole grains can lower your total cholesterol by 25% or more. Cutting back on saturated fat (found in meat and dairy products) and trans fat (partially hydrogenated oils) can reduce cholesterol by 5% to 10%.

Here are four steps for using your diet to lower cholesterol.

1. Stick with unsaturated fats and avoid saturated and trans fats. Most vegetable fats (oils) are made up of unsatur...   Continue reading ››








How the Big Bang got its name

  2 days ago (Wed, Mar 27, 2024 at 09:02 AM)

You might have heard this one before: astronomer Fred Hoyle coined the phrase ‘Big Bang’ to make fun of a theory of the Universe’s origins that he disliked. Wrong, writes historian Helge Kragh. Hoyle did originate the catchy term — in a 1949 popular-science talk for BBC radio — but it was never intended as ridicule. And most people, including Hoyle, pretty much ignored it for decades afterwards. In 1965, the discovery of the cosmic microwave background signalled the triumph of the theory, ‘Big Bang’ made it into a New York Times headline, and the term snowballed into the popular ...   Continue reading ››








COVID-19 Had a Much Greater Impact on Life Expectancy Than Previously Thought

  2 days ago (Wed, Mar 27, 2024 at 08:55 AM)

A comprehensive study in The Lancet details the COVID-19 pandemic’s severe impact on global life expectancy and mortality, highlighting continued reductions in child mortality and evolving population trends with significant future implications.

A recent study published in The Lancet never-before-seen unprecedented details on the exceptionally high death rates due to the COVID-19 pandemic both within nations and internationally. Regions including Mexico City, Peru, and Bolivia experienced some of the most significant reductions in life expectancy from 2019 to 2021. This research, offering ...   Continue reading ››








“Game Changer” – This Liquid Can Stop Tooth Decay in Young Children

  2 days ago (Wed, Mar 27, 2024 at 08:46 AM)

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Research funded by the NIH shows that silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is effective in halting tooth decay in young children, marking a significant advance in pediatric dental care. With its potential for FDA approval, SDF could soon provide a more accessible and less invasive treatment option for combating cavities, especially in underserved populations.

A study funded by NIH discovers that the non-invasive use of silver diamine fluoride is more effective than placebo.

A large clinical trial funded by the National Institutes of Health has shown that applying a topical solu...   Continue reading ››








How Smoking Actually Increases Belly Fat

  2 days ago (Wed, Mar 27, 2024 at 08:37 AM)

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A study in the journal Addiction found that smoking initiation and prolonged use are linked to an increase in abdominal and specifically visceral fat, which poses significant health risks.

Research shows smoking is linked to increased abdominal and visceral fat, raising the risk of serious health issues. Genetic analysis confirms smoking’s significant impact on fat distribution, underscoring the importance of anti-smoking campaigns.

The worry of gaining weight is a common excuse for smokers not to quit. A new study published today in the scientific journal Addiction ha...   Continue reading ››








New Maps Reveal the Individual Brain Changes Linked to Different Mental Illnesses

  2 days ago (Wed, Mar 27, 2024 at 08:28 AM)

Mapping brain changes in nearly 1,300 people with different types of mental illness reveals diversity across conditions.

A breakthrough project mapping brain changes in nearly 1,300 people diagnosed with six different types of mental illness has revealed the extraordinary diversity of brain changes found in people with conditions like major depression and schizophrenia.

The study, published in Nature Neuroscience and led by researchers at Monash University’s Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health and School of Psychological Sciences, used brain imaging to measure...   Continue reading ››








Scientists Have Identified the Best Healthy Fruit Snack

  5 days ago (Sun, Mar 24, 2024 at 06:29 PM)

Research from UMass Amherst shows only three types of fruit snacks are nutritious according to federal guidelines, highlighting the need for healthier snack options and reformulation to reduce added sugars and improve nutritional value.

Ditch the gummies – Research from UMass Amherst reveals that dried fruit tops the chart for nutritional value.

Next time you’re packing lunch for your kid or reaching for a healthy afternoon bite, consider this: only three types of fruit snacks – dried fruit, fruit puree, and canned fruit with juice – meet the latest recommendatio...   Continue reading ››








How to get more fiber in your diet

  5 days ago (Sun, Mar 24, 2024 at 06:19 PM)

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Diverticulosis is a very common colon condition in which small pouches form on the colon wall. Most people who have diverticulosis have no symptoms, However, sometimes one of the pouches gets inflamed, usually due to a bacterial infection.

To reduce your risk of getting diverticulosis and diverticulitis, add high-fiber foods to each meal. Aim for up to half your plate to contain some fiber-rich food.

Here are some tips that can help you make the transition to a higher-fiber diet.

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Unlocking the Mystery of Cognitive Decline Before Dementia

  5 days ago (Sun, Mar 24, 2024 at 01:35 PM)

Researchers identified a specific language deficit in individuals with aMCI, highlighting difficulties with complex sentence interpretation. This discovery adds a new dimension to understanding and detecting dementia risk beyond traditional memory assessments.

Study finds language-processing difficulties are an indicator — more so than memory loss — of amnestic mild cognitive impairment.

Individuals with mild cognitive impairment, especially of the “amnestic subtype” (aMCI), are at increased risk for dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease relative to cognitively h...   Continue reading ››








Good News for Office Workers: 10,000 Steps a Day Linked to 39% Reduced Risk of Death

  5 days ago (Sun, Mar 24, 2024 at 09:56 AM)

Increasing daily steps to around 10,000 reduces sedentary lifestyle health risks, including mortality and cardiovascular disease, emphasizing the value of movement for health improvement.

Higher step counts are associated with reduced risk, irrespective of sedentary time.

A recent study from the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre in Australia brings encouraging news for office workers, revealing that raising daily step counts can help mitigate the health risks associated with prolonged periods of sitting.

The study of over 72,000 people, published in the ...   Continue reading ››








According to Scientists, Smiling Is the Secret to Seeing Happiness

  5 days ago (Sun, Mar 24, 2024 at 09:46 AM)

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A groundbreaking study by the University of Essex has found that a brief smile can make neutral faces appear happier, using electrical stimulation to influence emotional perception. This research opens new avenues for understanding facial feedback and developing treatments for emotional expression disorders.

Smiling for just a split second makes people more likely to see happiness in expressionless faces, new University of Essex research has revealed.

The study led by Dr Sebastian Korb, from the Department of Psychology, shows that even a brief weak grin makes faces appear more joyful. T...   Continue reading ››








Science Simplified: What Is Artificial Intelligence?

  5 days ago (Sun, Mar 24, 2024 at 09:28 AM)

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Artificial intelligence, particularly through machine learning, is revolutionizing how we solve complex problems in various fields including science, medicine, and technology. Facilities like Argonne National Laboratory are leading these advancements, using AI to predict complex system behaviors, improve material selection, and assist in global challenges like disease and climate change.

What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the collective term for computer technologies and techniques that help solve complex problems by imitating the brain’s ...   Continue reading ››








Water and sanitation still major challenges in Africa, especially for rural and poor citizens

  6 days ago (Sat, Mar 23, 2024 at 04:29 PM)

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A majority of Africans say their government is doing a poor job of providing water and sanitation services, the latest Afrobarometer Pan-Africa Profile shows.

The findings, based on 53,444 face-to-face interviews in 39 African countries, show that water supply and sanitation remain major challenges in most African countries, especially for rural populations and poor households.

Water supply ranks fourth among the most important problems that Africans want their government to address. More than half of citizens report that their household went without enough clean water for home use at l...   Continue reading ››








Foods you should eat to help fight inflammation

  6 days ago (Sat, Mar 23, 2024 at 04:04 PM)

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We typically think of inflammation as a result of an injury or disease. But diet also plays an important role in chronic inflammation.

This is in part because the foods we eat influence the types of bacteria that populate our gut and their chemical byproducts. While some foods encourage the growth of bacteria that stimulate inflammation, others promote the growth of bacteria that help suppress it. That's why it's important to know which foods have anti-inflammatory properties and which can cause inflammation.

Foods that fight inflammation

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Exercising with knee or hip pain

  6 days ago (Sat, Mar 23, 2024 at 03:28 PM)

If you deal with knee and hip pain, it may be time to up your exercise game. More than just a good health habit, exercise is also an effective treatment for many knee and hip problems. And exercises that can strengthen muscles supporting knees and hips can be especially helpful.

Strong muscles around a damaged knee or hip can help support a joint by taking over some of its responsibilities. For example, your hips will have an easier time supporting your body weight if your quadriceps, gluteals, hamstrings, and abdominal muscles are strong. And strong quadriceps and hamstrings can take over ...   Continue reading ››








New Study: Short-Term Exposure to Air Pollution Is Killing Over a Million People Each Year

  6 days ago (Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 09:39 PM)

A groundbreaking study highlights that short-term exposure to PM2.5 air pollution causes over one million deaths globally each year, with the highest impact in Eastern Asia. It calls for urgent targeted interventions to reduce the health risks associated with air pollution spikes.

Annually, over a million deaths worldwide are associated with short-term exposure (ranging from hours to days) to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in the air.

Every year, over one million people worldwide lose their lives due to short-term exposure (ranging from hours to days) to fine particula...   Continue reading ››








Metformin Danger During Pregnancy: Impact on Offspring Brain Development

  6 days ago (Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 09:30 PM)

Metformin’s safety in pregnancy is questioned after studies show it doesn’t benefit offspring, highlighting the need for alternative treatments and better management of gestational diabetes.

With the rise in gestational diabetes and metabolic disorders during pregnancy, metformin is also being prescribed more frequently. Although it is known that the oral antidiabetic agent can cross the placental barrier, the impacts on the brain development of the child are largely unknown. An interdisciplinary research team from the German Institute of Human Nutrition Potsdam-Rehbrücke (DIfE...   Continue reading ››








Hitting the activity mark

  6 days ago (Fri, Mar 22, 2024 at 09:09 PM)

Guidelines recommend 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity physical activity, but how can you consistently reach this number?

When it comes to staying healthy, just how much exercise is enough? The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, recommend a minimum of 150 minutes (2.5 hours) of moderate-intensity physical activity as well as two muscle-strengthening workouts per week. (Alternatively, you also can do half that amount — 75 minutes per week of activity — but at a more vigorous intensity.)

Organizations like th...   Continue reading ››








Protecting against cognitive decline

  7 days ago (Thu, Mar 21, 2024 at 10:11 PM)

While there's currently no treatment that can prevent or cure dementia, researchers have identified some factors that may help protect you from cognitive decline.

Exercise

Exercise offers an impressive array of health benefits. Not only does staying physically active help your brain, it also helps lower your risk of these conditions:

• Heart disease
• Type 2 diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Colon cancer
• Breast cancer

Exercise also helps relieve insomnia, anxiety, and depression. In addition, it may help ward off cognitive d...   Continue reading ››








Mindfulness can help you tame fears and worries

  7 days ago (Thu, Mar 21, 2024 at 09:56 PM)

When your day is derailed by fear and worry, you want to try to center your mind and become more anchored in the present moment. Mindfulness techniques can help you do just that. Here are a few techniques to try:

Deep breathing

Breathing is something so natural that we barely think about it. In fact, you breathe about 20,000 times a day without conscious thought. But when you're anxious, your breathing quickens. Purposefully slowing your breaths helps you gain more control over your mental state. The breath, which yogis call "prana," has powerfully calming effects on you...   Continue reading ››








How To Find Remote Work When More Employers Want You Back In The Office

  7 days ago (Thu, Mar 21, 2024 at 09:32 PM)

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When Amazon CEO Andy Jassy told the 1.4 million Amazon employees “return-to-office or consider employment elsewhere,” that was a message that had remote workers start shaking in their boots. Where Amazon went, many companies quickly followed. Although hybrid work has become the new standard, the reality seems to be that the battle to work remotely is being lost.

LinkedIn reported that 98% of workers want to work remotely at least some of the time. That said, Hybrid is becoming the winning formula in a company’s eyes. Lately, more of my career counseling clients are finding that only h...   Continue reading ››








Finding Love Again Isn’t Enough: Women Find It Harder To Adjust to Late-Life Divorce Than Men

  1 week ago (Mon, Mar 18, 2024 at 09:35 PM)

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Research indicates that women struggle more than men with the emotional aftermath of later-life divorces, break-ups, or bereavement, as shown by higher and more prolonged increases in antidepressant use. Despite a brief reduction in antidepressant use after re-partnering, this effect is notably short-lived for women, underscoring the unique challenges they face in adjusting to these life changes and the need for targeted support.

Their use of antidepressants is higher and tails off only slightly and briefly after re-partnering.

If the patterns of antidepressant use are a...   Continue reading ››








No Pills Required – A New Potential Way To Treat Insomnia

  1 week ago (Mon, Mar 18, 2024 at 09:22 PM)

New research introduces ‘Bedtime Window’, a digital CBTi program, as an effective alternative to sleeping pills for treating insomnia and co-morbid conditions, offering significant, long-term improvements in sleep quality and mental health without the need for medication.

Are sleeping pills the only solution for insomnia? Not according to Flinders University’s Dr Alexander Sweetman, who says that using self-guided digital behavioral therapy is an alternative solution that should be considered.

Despite a wealth of evidence supporting the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy...   Continue reading ››








Talking Faster Is Linked to Better Brain Health As We Age

  1 week ago (Mon, Mar 18, 2024 at 09:01 PM)

Recent research indicates that in aging individuals, talking speed is a more accurate indicator of brain health than the struggle to find words. This study suggests that slower speech, rather than pauses in conversation, may signal cognitive decline, offering a new approach to early detection and intervention for maintaining cognitive health in older adults.

As we age, we might begin to observe that it takes more time to recall the exact words we want to use. This situation can raise worries about cognitive deterioration and the risk of dementia.

However, a new study by Baycrest and the ...   Continue reading ››








Worrying – Breast Cancer Rates Are Increasing Among Younger Women

  2 weeks ago (Sun, Mar 17, 2024 at 05:18 PM)

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Breast cancer diagnoses in women under 50 have increased significantly in the past two decades, primarily driven by estrogen-receptor positive tumors. This research highlights the importance of early detection and the need for targeted prevention strategies, especially for younger Black women and those born more recently, who face a higher risk.

Examining rates based on age, race, and tumor characteristics could guide the development of prevention strategies.

Over the past twenty years, there has been a consistent rise in breast cancer diagnoses among women younger than ...   Continue reading ››








Unlocking the Mystery: How Vitamin A Influences Mental Health

  2 weeks ago (Sun, Mar 17, 2024 at 05:00 PM)

A team from Newcastle University has explored vitamin A’s role in psychiatric disorders, uncovering its importance in neuron connectivity and brain function. Their research, utilizing genetic studies, reveals retinol’s wide-ranging impact on health and paves the way for potential treatment strategies. However, further research is needed to fully understand retinol’s effects, with a cautionary note on its consumption, especially during pregnancy.

A research team from Newcastle has been investigating how vitamin A influences the development of psychiatric conditions.

Professor Murray...   Continue reading ››








What Is the Best Way To Memorize Stuff? Scientists Shed New Light

  2 weeks ago (Sun, Mar 17, 2024 at 04:34 PM)

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New research indicates that spaced learning and introducing variability into study materials can significantly enhance memory retention. These findings suggest that adapting learning strategies to include these elements may improve our ability to remember information over the long term.

Recent research conducted by psychologists from Temple University and the University of Pittsburgh has unveiled shed insights into our learning processes and the ways in which we recall our real-life experiences.

The research, published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS)...   Continue reading ››








Probiotics may help boost mood and cognitive function

  2 weeks ago (Sun, Mar 17, 2024 at 10:33 AM)

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Probiotics can do more than improve your gut health. They also may indirectly enhance your brain, too.

Research shows that the gut and brain are connected, a partnership called the gut-brain axis. The two are linked through biochemical signaling between the nervous system in the digestive tract, called the enteric nervous system, and the central nervous system, which includes the brain. The primary information connection between the brain and gut is the vagus nerve, the longest nerve in the body.

The gut has been called a "second brain" because it produces many of the same neurotransmitt...   Continue reading ››








Scientists Discover Simple Way To Prevent Life-Threatening Birth Defects

  2 weeks ago (Sun, Mar 17, 2024 at 09:59 AM)

A groundbreaking study has shown that adding folic acid to iodized table salt can effectively prevent critical birth defects, offering a simple, affordable preventive measure for global implementation.

A team of international researchers—including experts from the University of Central Florida and Emory University—has proven, for the first time in a field study, that using folic acid-fortified iodized table salt can prevent multiple severe birth defects.

The importance of women having enough folic acid in their bodies before and during pregnancy to prevent permanent and life-threaten...   Continue reading ››








What does it take to forgive yourself?

  2 weeks ago (Sat, Mar 16, 2024 at 01:34 PM)

Forgiving others is challenging enough. But what if you're the one who's done something wrong?

"It can feel a little odd to say, 'I'm going to pardon myself,'" says Tyler VanderWeele, co-director of the Initiative on Health, Spirituality, and Religion at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

But it's a worthwhile effort: as with forgiving others, self-forgiveness is linked with less psychological distress, including fewer symptoms of depression, according to a 2020 study VanderWeele co-authored in Frontiers in Psychology.

Getting started requires recognizing that no matter ho...   Continue reading ››








Not just good for the soul

  2 weeks ago (Sat, Mar 16, 2024 at 01:29 PM)

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Science is pinpointing how forgiveness also benefits our brains and bodies.

When Oscar Wilde exhorted us (probably tongue-in-cheek) to "always forgive your enemies, because nothing annoys them so much," the Irish poet and playwright was focused on how others would respond.

But the real benefits of forgiveness might be better viewed with a more selfish eye. Whether we're bitter after an argument with a partner, a misunderstanding with a family member, or a spat with a friend, holding on to anger and resentment can do more than tax our souls — it can harm our health, Harvard experts say....   Continue reading ››








Fatty food before surgery may impair memory in old, young adults

  2 weeks ago (Sat, Mar 16, 2024 at 01:13 PM)

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The study findings suggest foods high in saturated fat, like red meat and full-fat dairy, are best avoided in the days leading up to surgery.

Eating fatty food in the days leading up to surgery may prompt a heightened inflammatory response in the brain that interferes for weeks with memory-related cognitive function in older adults – and, new research in animals suggests, even in young adults.

The study, building upon previous research from the same lab at The Ohio State University, also showed that taking a DHA omega-3 fatty acid supplement for a month before the unhealthy eating and ...   Continue reading ››








New Research Reveals That Stressful Days Can Actually Make You Look Older

  2 weeks ago (Wed, Mar 13, 2024 at 09:00 PM)

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A study by North Carolina State University has found that younger adults feel and look older on days they experience high stress, particularly when they also perceive a lack of control over their lives. This research expands the understanding of how stress affects age perception across different age groups, highlighting the need for interventions to address the mental and physical health impacts of stress among younger adults.

A new study finds younger adults look and feel older on stressful days – but only on days when they also feel they have relatively less control over their own lives...   Continue reading ››








Heart Risk Riddle: Why Depression Hits Women Harder

  2 weeks ago (Wed, Mar 13, 2024 at 05:09 PM)

Women with depression face a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases than men, underscoring the importance of sex-specific treatment and prevention strategies.

Japanese study explores depression and heart health disparities between men and women.

People with depression face an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD); however, more women experience CVD following a depression diagnosis than men, according to a new study published today in JACC: Asia. The study investigates the connection between depression and CVD, shedding light on potential mechanisms that contribu...   Continue reading ››








How well do you score on brain health?

  2 weeks ago (Wed, Mar 13, 2024 at 09:11 AM)

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A new scorecard developed by researchers could encourage you to pare down risks for dementia and stroke.

Need another jolt of motivation to shore up a resolution to shed weight, sleep more soundly, boost nutrition or exercise levels, or cut back on alcohol? Then you'll be pleased to learn that any (and all) of these efforts can also add up to better brain health.

An international study led by researchers at the McCance Center for Brain Health at Massachusetts General Hospital devised and validated a Brain Care Score (BCS) card that makes it easy to total up what you're doing well and whe...   Continue reading ››








New Research Reveals Surprising Key to Better Quality Sleep

  2 weeks ago (Tue, Mar 12, 2024 at 10:46 PM)

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A study from the University of South Australia demonstrates the significant impact of daily physical activity on sleep quality. Engaging in moderate to vigorous exercise leads to better sleep, less tiredness, and reduced sleep disturbances, offering a straightforward strategy for improving sleep and health.

Research shows that increased physical activity during the day improves sleep quality and reduces tiredness, emphasizing the importance of exercise for a good night’s rest.

Early riser or night owl, everyone appreciates a good night’s sleep. But despite the best o...   Continue reading ››








Shocking New Research Reveals That Certain Odors Can Accelerate Mortality and Aging

  2 weeks ago (Tue, Mar 12, 2024 at 10:04 PM)

A University of Otago study revealed that sensory cues from the opposite sex, such as smells, can affect aging and health in animals, showing reduced fertility and increased mortality in male mice exposed to female odors. This underscores the significant impact of sensory experiences on long-term health and aging processes.

A study led by the University of Otago has discovered that sensory signals from the opposite sex can influence how animals age.

Lead author Associate Professor Mike Garratt, of the Department of Anatomy, says research has previously shown interactions with the opposi...   Continue reading ››








New Study Links Traffic Pollution to More Signs of Alzheimer’s in Brain

  2 weeks ago (Tue, Mar 12, 2024 at 09:54 PM)

Recent research reveals that increased exposure to traffic-related air pollution is linked to a higher likelihood of amyloid plaques in the brain, associated with Alzheimer’s disease, suggesting environmental factors could contribute to Alzheimer’s in genetically unaffected individuals.

According to a study recently published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, individuals exposed to higher levels of traffic-related air pollution were found to have increased levels of amyloid plaques in their brains, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease, observed post-...   Continue reading ››








Why Desktop Linux Is Finally Growing In Popularity

  3 weeks ago (Mon, Mar 11, 2024 at 09:36 AM)

According to the latest data from StatCounter, Linux's market share has reached 4.03% -- surging by an additional 1% in the last eight months. What's the reason behind this recent growth? "That's a good question," writes ZDNet's Steven Vaughan-Nichols. "While Windows is the king of the hill with 72.13% and MacOS comes in a distant second at 15.46%, it's clear that Linux is making progress." An anonymous Slashdot reader shares the five reasons why Vaughan-Nichols thinks it's growing:

1. Microsoft isn't that interested in Windows

If you think Microsoft is all about the des...   Continue reading ››








New Research Reveals That a Protein-Rich Breakfast Can Increase Satiety and Improve Concentration

  3 weeks ago (Mon, Mar 11, 2024 at 08:55 AM)

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A Danish study indicates that a protein-rich breakfast can enhance satiety and concentration without affecting overall daily calorie intake, an important finding amidst rising obesity rates. However, despite the benefits, simply consuming a protein-rich breakfast may not be sufficient for weight management, highlighting the complexity of dietary strategies and the need for further research.

Research investigates the connection between nutrition and brain performance, finding that a breakfast high in protein enhances satiety and concentration.

A recent study from Denmark ...   Continue reading ››








Common Plastic Chemical Linked to Increased Childhood Obesity Risks

  3 weeks ago (Mon, Mar 11, 2024 at 08:26 AM)

A study from Spain reveals that Bisphenol A (BPA) exposure impacts the gut microbiome of children differently, with normal-weight children showing greater bacterial diversity compared to those who are overweight or obese. This research underscores the importance of understanding BPA’s role in childhood obesity and the potential for future health interventions.

Bisphenol A (BPA), a synthetic chemical, is extensively utilized in creating long-lasting plastic items such as glasses, water bottles, and epoxy resins. However, it acts as an endocrine disruptor, disrupting the body’s natural ho...   Continue reading ››








People Who a Eat Healthy, Plant-Based Diet Are Less Likely To Suffer With Dangerous Snoring

  3 weeks ago (Sat, Mar 09, 2024 at 01:50 PM)

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Recent research indicates that a healthy plant-based diet may lower the risk of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), while diets high in refined carbs and sugars could increase this risk. The study, which analyzed dietary patterns and OSA symptoms among over 14,000 participants, highlights the importance of diet quality in managing OSA risk, with noted differences between genders.

People who eat a healthy, plant-based diet that is high in vegetables, fruit, whole grains, and nuts are less likely to suffer from obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), according to a recent study published in ERJ Open Rese...   Continue reading ››








As Good as Dental Sealants – Scientists Discover Inexpensive Liquid That Prevents Tooth Decay

  3 weeks ago (Sat, Mar 09, 2024 at 01:18 PM)

New research demonstrates that silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is as effective as dental sealants in preventing tooth decay among over 4,000 elementary school students, offering a less expensive and quicker application process. This alternative treatment not only prevents cavities but also represents a significant cost-saving measure that can increase access to dental care, particularly in school-based cavity prevention programs.

Silver diamine fluoride prevents cavities and keeps existing ones from worsening in school-based program.

An inexpensive, cavity-fighting liquid ...   Continue reading ››








How to silence snoring

  3 weeks ago (Sat, Mar 09, 2024 at 11:31 AM)

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Snoring by itself is generally harmless,but it can be annoying, especially for your bed partner. Fortunately, you can take steps to alleviate the problem. Start by making lifestyle changes and trying simple home remedies to alleviate the problem. You can also try one of the many products marketed as stop-snoring aids.

But if you snore and you also wake up gasping for air or frequently feel sleepy or tired during the day, you likely have sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can cause hypertension and more serious medical problems. Consult a doctor if your snoring affects the quality of your sleep.

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New Research Indicates That Viagra Could Treat Alzheimer’s

  3 weeks ago (Fri, Mar 08, 2024 at 08:49 PM)

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A Cleveland Clinic study has found that sildenafil (Viagra) may be an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, showing potential in reducing diagnoses and targeting harmful brain proteins. This groundbreaking research suggests sildenafil could offer a new hope in the fight against Alzheimer’s, warranting further investigation through clinical trials.

Large-scale study provides evidence that FDA-approved drug can help protect brain cells from Alzheimer’s disease.

Research led by the Cleveland Clinic suggests that sildenafil (commonly known by the brand name Viag...   Continue reading ››








Scientists Discover Simple Trick To Run Faster

  3 weeks ago (Fri, Mar 08, 2024 at 08:37 PM)

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A new study has shown that using simple analogies to encourage players to focus on their environment can significantly increase sprinting speed. This technique, which improves performance more quickly than traditional training methods, has potential applications in both elite and grassroots sports, suggesting a new approach to coaching and athletic development.

Sprinting “like a jet plane taking off” will help produce Premier League star strikers of tomorrow, new research has revealed.  A study conducted at the University of Essex, focusing on Tottenham Hotspur’s academy, demonstrat...   Continue reading ››








Beware – Sleeping Too Little Increases Your Risk of Diabetes

  3 weeks ago (Fri, Mar 08, 2024 at 06:46 PM)

A study highlights that adults sleeping three to five hours nightly face a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, a condition that cannot be offset by healthy eating alone. Led by Uppsala University’s researchers, the findings underscore sleep’s critical role in health management.

A recent study from Uppsala University, published in JAMA Network Open, has found that adults sleeping between three to five hours per night are at an increased risk for type 2 diabetes. The research also indicates that maintaining a healthy diet alone is insufficient to counteract the negative effects of chronic sle...   Continue reading ››








New Study: Vaping Increases COVID-19 Infection Risk

  3 weeks ago (Wed, Mar 06, 2024 at 09:36 AM)

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A study by the University of California, Riverside, indicates that vaping can increase susceptibility to COVID-19 due to certain e-liquid components, but the risk can be lowered with the addition of benzoic acid. The research highlights the potential health benefits of quitting vaping or selecting e-liquids wisely to avoid enhanced infection risk, aiming to inform future regulations and public health guidelines.

A study from UC Riverside advises e-cigarette users to exercise caution when vaping in the era of COVID-19.

A study from the University of California, Riverside,...   Continue reading ››








Women Achieve More With Less Exercise, Says New Cedars-Sinai Study

  3 weeks ago (Wed, Mar 06, 2024 at 09:29 AM)

A study from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai has found a gender gap in exercise benefits, showing women require less exercise than men to achieve greater cardiovascular benefits. Analyzing data from over 400,000 U.S. adults, the study revealed women have a 24% reduction in mortality risk with less physical activity compared to men’s 15%, challenging traditional exercise recommendations and highlighting the importance of gender-specific guidelines.

A study from the Smidt Heart Institute indicates that exercise provides greater heart health advantages to women compared to ...   Continue reading ››














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