The #1 enemy of good sleep for school kids: Screens
Video games and social media are keeping school kids up at night, according to a new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
Aug 21, 2023
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Heterocyclic Compounds: News and Research on Caffeine
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Can coffee or a nap make up for sleep deprivation? A psychologist explains why there's no substitute for shut-eye
There is no denying the importance of sleep. Everyone feels better after a good night of sleep, and lack of sleep can have profoundly negative effects on both the body and the brain. So what can be done to substitute for ...
Aug 20, 2023
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Espresso coffee prevents Alzheimer's tau protein clumping in lab tests
Whether enjoyed on its own or mixed into a latte, Americano or even a martini, espresso provides an ultra-concentrated jolt of caffeine to coffee lovers. But it might do more than just wake you up. Research now published ...
Jul 19, 2023
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Less is better with caffeine and energy drinks during pregnancy, says expert
Millions of people drink coffee, soda, and/or tea daily, making caffeinated beverages the most commonly consumed stimulants in the world. Highly caffeinated energy drinks also have been a hugely popular pick-me-up for more ...
Jul 17, 2023
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Viral caffeine-heavy drink raises concerns for US kids
With its extremely high levels of caffeine, a hip new soft drink is raising fears in the United States that it might be dangerous for children, who have been snapping up the beverage since it was launched by famous YouTube ...
Jul 15, 2023
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New approaches to treat the consequences of birth asphyxia
Brain damage caused by oxygen deficiency at birth is one of the main causes of death in newborns worldwide. Using a small animal model, researchers from the University Hospital Bonn (UKB) and DZNE tested treatment with 25 ...
Jul 3, 2023
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That essential morning coffee may be a placebo
For many people, the day doesn't start until their coffee mug is empty. Coffee is often thought to make you feel more alert, so people drink it to wake themselves up and improve their efficiency. Portuguese scientists studied ...
Jun 28, 2023
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New research suggests we are closer than ever to being able to 3D print medicines
3D-printed medicine could be the future of personalized health care, with research now suggesting printed tablets have reached a sufficient quality to match the standards set for conventionally manufactured tablets.
Jun 23, 2023
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Prime drinks aren't suitable for children and pregnant women, says researcher
Prime drinks have been heavily promoted in Australia, leading to frenzied sales in supermarkets, as well bans in schools.
Apr 5, 2023
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What to know about new research on coffee and heart risks
Coffee lovers—and their doctors—have long wondered whether a jolt of java can affect the heart. New research published Wednesday finds that drinking caffeinated coffee did not significantly affect one kind of heart hiccup ...
Mar 23, 2023
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