Wellness – Page 56 – Health is Food

Investigating the potential of Chinese head massage techniques in regulating the autonomic nervous system

By admin September 30, 2019

Researchers from the University of British Columbia in Canada studied the effects of Chinese head massage on the cardiac autonomous nervous system by measuring parameters for heart rate variability (HRV). The study…

Feeling uninspired? Boost your creativity with these 9 activities

By admin September 27, 2019

Hobbies do more than help you relax after a long, stressful day at work. Certain kinds of hobbies, such as doing puzzles or playing a musical instrument, can also boost…

Better mouse model built to enable precision-medicine research for Alzheimer’s

By admin December 28, 2018

Incorporating genetic diversity into a mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease resulted in greater overlap with the genetic, molecular and clinical features of this pervasive human disease, according to a study…

Hypothermia: A cold weather hazard

By admin December 21, 2018

As the winter months approach, it is important to understand risks that cold exposure can pose for older adults and those with chronic medical conditions. Older adults can lose body…

Hypothermia: A cold weather hazard

By admin October 23, 2018

Critically ill patients in intensive care units (ICUs) did not benefit from two antipsychotic drugs used to treat delirium, according to a large clinical trial funded by the National Institute…

NIH-funded study finds new evidence that viruses may play a role in Alzheimer’s disease

By admin September 20, 2018

Analysis of large data sets from post-mortem brain samples of people with and without Alzheimer’s disease has revealed new evidence that viral species, particularly herpesviruses, may have a role in…

Advice for older adults on staying safe in hot weather

By admin September 6, 2018

With summer here and the temperatures rising, it is important to understand the health risks that excessive heat can bring and know the signs of heat-related illnesses. Older adults and…

An Examination of “Healthier” Sugar Alternatives

By admin December 22, 2017

Coconut sugar, agave nectar, maple syrup, wildflower honey — how do these sweeteners with “healthy” reputations really stack up? Spoiler alert: No matter which you choose, it will be almost…

10 Hair Styling Tricks for Anyone with a Hair Straightener

By admin December 1, 2017

1. Crimp your hair by flat ironing a braid. Crimped hair is currently a big hair trend. It makes you look fashion-forward and is easy to achieve with a hair…

These 3 Moves Will Help You FINALLY Master Crow Pose

By admin October 25, 2017

In honor of National Yoga Month, we’ll be rolling out a brand new yoga workout every Wednesday in September! You’ve been trying out the whole yoga thing for a while…