Diet
Older adults who drink tea are less likely to be depressed
Previous research has suggested that there is a link between depression and tea drinking. Now, a new study is investigating this relationship further. Depression is common among older adults, with 7% of those over the age of 60 years reporting "major depressive disorder."Accordingly, research is underway to identify possible causes, which include…
A guide to 16:8 intermittent fasting
16:8 intermittent fasting, which people sometimes call the 16:8 diet or 16:8 plan, is a popular type of fasting. People who follow this eating plan will fast for 16 hours a day and consume all of their calories during the remaining 8…
Could a probiotic prevent or reverse Parkinson’s?
A new study using a roundworm model of Parkinson's disease found that a probiotic bacterium could prevent, and in some cases reverse, toxic protein buildup.Misfolded alpha-synuclein proteins in the brain are the hallmark sign of Parkinson's…
Does turmeric have anticancer properties?
A recent literature review investigates whether turmeric may be useful for treating cancer. The authors conclude that it might be but note that there are many challenges to overcome before it makes it to the clinic.Turmeric is a member of…
Which is better: Bottled water or tap water?
With awareness of the environmental impact of plastic bottles increasing, more and more people are now questioning the advantages of tap water over bottled water.Some people may wonder which option is safer, or which tastes better. However,…
Sugar alters brain chemistry after only 12 days
New research in pigs finds that sugar intake alters the reward-processing circuitry of the brain in a similar way to addictive drugs. Whenever we learn something new or experience something pleasurable, our brain's reward system becomes…
Diabetes and anxiety: What is the link?
Many people with diabetes also experience anxiety, and they may wonder whether there is a link between the two…
Depression
Depression during pregnancy: Symptoms, treatment, and more
Depression is a widespread mental health condition. Pregnant women have a higher risk of depression due to…
What are the effects of emotional abuse?
Emotional abuse is a serious form of abuse that may come before, during, or after periods of physical abuse.…
Nutrition
Why a low-gluten diet may benefit everyone
New research, published in the journal Nature Communications, finds that a diet low in gluten may also benefit the…
How to prevent bloating after a meal
Bloating after eating is usually not a cause for concern, and a person can often avoid it by following some simple…