How coffee could protect against Alzheimer’s
(Ben Taub/ IFL Science) — Depending on who you listen to, coffee is either a superfood (well, superdrink) or a health hazard, yet a remarkable new study demonstrates that store-bought Java beans can be used to disrupt the formation of protein plaques that contribute to the development of Alzheimer’s disease. …
Study finds irritable bowel syndrome takes a toll on mental health
(Jocelyn Solis-Moreira/ Health) — New research found that irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can take a big toll on an individual’s mental health.
A recent study published in the Irish Journal of Medical Science found a strong link between IBS and an increased risk for anxiety, depression, and suicidal …
Chronic constipation is associated with cognitive decline
(Grace Wade/ New Scientist) — A large study found that infrequent bowel movements are associated with a 73 per cent increased risk of cognitive decline, including deficits in memory and attention
Chronic constipation is associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline. The finding adds to a growing body …
7 symptoms of Endometriosis you should never ignore
(Lisa Haney/ Health) — Most people who menstruate cope with heavy periods, killer menstrual cramps, and painful sex once in a while. But for up to 10% of females of childbearing age, these symptoms signal something more serious: endometriosis.
Endometriosis is a condition in which endometrial tissue—which is …
Alzheimer’s drug slows down the disease, but comes with risks: study
(Lauren Neergard/ CBC MNews) — Another experimental Alzheimer’s drug can modestly slow patients’ inevitable worsening — by about four to seven months, researchers reported Monday.
Eli Lilly and Co. is seeking U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of donanemab. If cleared, it would be only the …
How to overcome repetitive negative thinking through meditation
(Anna Andrianova/ The Conversation) — Do you ever find yourself caught in a cycle of negative thoughts? Maybe you ruminate on past mistakes, worry excessively about the future, or imagine worst-case scenarios?
Do you sometimes have a great day, everything goes well, and then your brain says, “Hey, remember that time you …
Aging well has a lot to do with managing your stress
How often should you poop? The answer might not be what you think
(Kristen Rogers/ CNN News) — Everyone poops, but it turns out we don’t all need to poop every day.
That’s a misconception, said gastroenterologist Dr. Folasade May, an associate professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles.
“I even have people who try and make appointments, …
