How Reading Rewires Your Brain
Confucius said, “Without knowing the force of words, it is impossible to know men.” The largest part of your brain is the cerebrum (Suh-Ree-Bruhm). …
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Examining the Science Behind Foam Rollers
Some fad health and fitness items belong in the garbage, but here is one thing you might want to add into your routine: A foam roller. If you have one …
Continue Reading5 Tips to Keep Your Hormones Happy & in Balance
When your hormones are out of wack it can lead to weight gain, fatigue and general ill health. What can we do about it?
Continue Reading3 Emerging Benefits of the Medical Marijuana Revolution
Despite marijuana being criminalized in 1937, today most Americans look on the medical use of marijuana favorably. Find out why tide is turning …
Continue ReadingLife Sciences Faces an Uncertain Political Future: How Does the Life Science Community Prove Its Worth?
Election hype is nearing a fever pitch in the US, and there are still 8 months before the country chooses its new president. But the life sciences …
Continue ReadingHoles in Scientific Research May be Helpful: Scientific Research is Biased, and We Should Stop Pretending That is a Bad Thing
Recent claims of experimenter bias, fraud, manipulation, and poorly executed research have led the world of medical science to come under fire from …
Continue ReadingDon't Get Duped by Bad Diet Science: Here's What to Watch Out For
Do you have friends who bounce from fad diet to fad diet but rarely see results? Most of us do. Sometimes, it’s hard to blame them — especially when …
Continue ReadingUnderstanding the Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease and Other Types of Dementia
Is it dementia, effects of aging or something else altogether? Learn the signs, types and prognosis of various types of dementia so you can best meet …
Continue ReadingHow the Internet of Things is Shaping the Future of Medicine
The fusion of technology and healthcare is moving at warp speed, and companies have produced many groundbreaking medical devices. Here we’ll …
Continue ReadingImportance of a Good Night's Sleep: Are You Getting Enough Rest?
Sleep. Once thought of as an annoying, do-nothing, waste of time, scientists now understand that sleep provides the body with important time for …
Continue ReadingThe Hidden Dangers of Medical Trials: Know the Risks
Would you consider participating in a medical trial to make money? Many people make some quick cash for enduring medical trials, some with potentially …
Continue Reading5 Research-Backed Scientific Methods to Help Your Child Lose Weight & Defeat Childhood Obesity
Is your son getting teased at school because of his weight? Has your pediatrician indicated that your daughter could stand to lose a few pounds? If …
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