Archive: 08/01/2018

Monthly brain cycles predict seizures in patients with epilepsy

UC San Francisco neurologists have discovered monthly cycles of brain activity linked to seizures in patients with epilepsy. The finding, published online January 8 in Nature Communications, suggests it may soon be possible ...

Jan 8, 2018

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For poorer Americans, stress brings worse health

(HealthDay)—In a finding that will surprise few, new research shows that minorities and the poor suffer more stress than their wealthy, white peers.

Jan 8, 2018

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Mediterranean diet could protect older adults from becoming frail

Following a Mediterranean diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and nuts may reduce the risk of frailty in older individuals, according to a UCL-led study.

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Resolve to avoid 'detox diets' in the new year

Now that the new year is here, many Americans begin to consider what changes they can make in order to improve themselves in the new year. According to a survey conducted in 2017, a little over 21 percent of Americans made ...

Jan 8, 2018

New research reveals how gardeners can dig for health, not injury

New research from Coventry University and the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) reveals that a bad digging technique can as much as double the load on the joints in the body, leaving people susceptible to chronic injuries.

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Poor credit scores, poor health

(HealthDay)—You know that poor lifestyle choices today can affect your health tomorrow. But according to research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, there's another surprising predictor of ...

Jan 8, 2018

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Camelina oil improves blood lipid profile

The use of camelina oil reduces overall and LDL cholesterol levels in persons with impaired glucose metabolism, according to a new study from the University of Eastern Finland. The findings were published in Molecular Nutrition ...

Jan 8, 2018

Conjoined Gaza twins separated in 'successful' Saudi op

Conjoined twin girls born in the blockaded Palestinian enclave of the Gaza Strip were separated in "successful" surgery in Riyadh Monday, the state-run Saudi Press Agency said in a statement.

Jan 8, 2018