A relaxed lifestyle could help you live longer, study finds
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The reason they're living a long time is not because they pursue longevity, but because longevity ensues when living within Blue Zones.
Joseph Shavit
- 23 hours ago
'Fart gas' found to promote healthy aging, new study finds
In the search to improve human health and longevity, scientists may have stumbled upon an unexpected savior: hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas.
Joshua Shavit
- 3 days ago
Innovative new apps may prevent stress, anxiety and sleep difficulties
Researchers are digging into the trainable capacity for conscious presence, allowing older adults to partake in daily mindfulness routines.
Joshua Shavit
- 6 days ago
Exercise reduces stress and lowers heart disease risk, study finds
New study findings suggest that engaging in physical activity can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease
Joshua Shavit
- 6 days ago
Hugs can relieve pain, anxiety, and depression, study finds
Touch is a powerful force, capable of alleviating pain, depression, and anxiety. But how much touch do we need, and from whom?
Joshua Shavit
- Apr 17
Polite robots: The future of healthcare
Research is being conducted at KTH with humanoid robots to study politeness as a cornerstone in shaping social interactions.
Joshua Shavit
- Apr 15
Lifechanging new compounds are "exercise in a bottle"
Exercise is widely known for its health benefits, and now, researchers are exploring the potential of a pill to emulate those advantages
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 14
Researchers discover simple cure for jet-lag
Jetlag arises from disruptions to the body's circadian rhythm – an innate 24-hour cycle governing numerous bodily functions.
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 14
Researchers solve the mystery of a good night's sleep
What determines how much we need to sleep, and what can cause us to sleep more deeply, has remained a mystery
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 6
Hunger may slow down the aging process, study finds
For years, scientists have recognized the benefits of restricting food intake for promoting healthy aging across various species
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 4
Scientists may have found the cure to alcoholism
The results are nothing short of impressive. We might be witnessing a turning point in our fight against Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD).
Joshua Shavit
- Apr 4
E-cigarettes linked to higher risk of heart failure, study finds
Using e-cigarettes significantly increases the likelihood of developing heart failure, according to one of the largest studies
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