In adolescents with bipolar disorder, the key areas of the brain that help regulate emotions develop differently, new research found. Such differences were seen in the prefrontal cortex and insula in the magnetic resonance imaging scans of 37 adolescents with bipolar disorder when compared to the scans of 35 adolescents without the disorder. The brain scan
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Snacking on just about half a handful of peanuts every day can cut your risk of major diseases including heart disease, dementia and cancer – new study found. The new findings also suggest a link between nut consumption and lower risk of heart attacks and strokes. The study involved over 120,000 Dutch men and women aged 55 to 69 who were part of the
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Who doesn’t want to have a young looking skin? Many people, men and women, invest heavily on skin care products – from pills to creams, lotions and derma treatments just to achieve a lovely, soft and really alluring skin. But the truth is that you really don’t have to spend much. The key to a young looking is skin may just be on your plate.
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Stroke, which could be fatal at times, greatly impacts the brain. In fact, it even robs the brain of nearly eight years, significantly impairing memory and slowing down thinking speed – according to new research. The study, which was carried out by the University of Michigan, involved 4,900 older adults aged 65 and older who underwent tests of memory
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We are who we think we are, so goes a popular saying. It is a sad truth, but too often, we are our own worst enemies. Whilst we try hard to prevent others from pulling us down, we are unconsciously doing things that hinder our own success. We are referring to the negative habits and behaviours that most of us think are good but actually are not. What are th
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So you decided to learn yoga. Good! Apart from making you physically fitter, doing yoga can also calm your mind, boost your well-being, and make you happier. Many studies can prove the great benefits of practising yoga. It is a mind-body exercise that can have a significant impact on your health. Yoga is a simple routine that you can incorporate in your dai
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If you spent your weekend feasting and being a couch potato, waking up early on Monday and starting the week right can be tough. But what you do on a Monday does have a huge impact on your health and productivity for the rest of the week. And if you are into recommitting to being fit and healthy, it is a great time to start as well. But Monday motivation do
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In a ground-breaking research carried out by researchers from University of Virginia School of Medicine, it was found that the brain is directly connected to the immune system by vessels previously thought not to exist. The discovery of such blood vessels, according to scientists, could have a significant impact on the research and treatment of neurological
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Learning how to utilise our brain power is essential in maintaining a healthy physique and well-being, and meeting our goals. Here are 10 interesting facts about the human brain that will help us understand and appreciate it more. The human brain is very powerful. It is a myth that we can only use up to 10% of our brain. This popular misconception began w
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Researchers from King’s College London found that adults whose mothers had depression whilst pregnant with them, are up to three times more likely to develop the same condition. According to them, screening all pregnant women for depression and treating those who need it could stop the alarming cycle. Their study involved 100 British families. Finding
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