The scientific study of cannabinoids (aka the active compounds found in hemp) is still in its early stage. In addition to CBD (one of the cannabinoids in hemp), a few others have garnered attention. As well as a growing body of private-sector research, the US National Institutes of Health budgeted $1.5 million in 2019 for… Read More
Eating foods high in phosphatidylcholine is associated with a reduced risk of dementia and enhanced cognitive performance, according to a study from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Researchers analysed approximately 2,500 Finnish men between ages 42 and 60 for their dietary and lifestyle habits. The risk of dementia was 28% lower in men with… Read More
Exercising our muscles and burning calories is one way to enjoy the mental, physical, and health benefits associated with fitness. Setting a fitness goal is one way to get the most out of physical activity. Fitness goals encourage us to push hard, hold us accountable for our actions, and help us stay optimistic about the… Read More
Introduction Every January many of us will make a New Year’s resolution, with the aim of losing weight or getting fit being one of them for many. However, by February, many resolutions will fall by the wayside and fail – with many gyms experiencing a decrease in traffic after the first and second months of… Read More
A protein in skin may explain why cosmetic products cause rashes – and it could help us prevent such allergic reactions (Nicolai et al., 2020). Annemieke de Jong at Columbia University, New York, and her colleagues wanted to work out why substances in perfumes, toothpaste and skin creams can trigger problems. Through a series of… Read More
Research tells us that dirty air is associated with problems in the lungs, heart, uterus and eyes, and might affect mental health. As well as shoes, it now appears that dirty air can also weaken our bones. Ranzani and colleagues (2020) took readings of levels of PM2.5, a fine particulate form of pollution, at 23… Read More
Research Paper Title Historic cohort: outcome of chronic exertional compartment syndrome-suspected patients. Background Exercise-related leg pain (ERLP) may be caused by chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS), occurring mainly in athletes and military recruits. In military populations, the effectiveness of surgical treatment in CECS is debated. The purpose of this study was to assess the outcome… Read More
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