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Newsbites: Feelings of well-being and cardiovascular disease; “body roundness;” ultraprocessed foods and bone health

Feelings of Well-Being Associated with Lower Risk for Cardiovascular Disease Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) stand as the leading cause of death and disability worldwide, so finding ways to lower risk is essential. A team of researchers found that greater feelings of well-being are associated with lower risk for CVD. The researchers … Read More

Staying Active in Foul Weather

If you typically stay active by walking, hiking, gardening, or engaging in other outdoor activities, don’t let bad weather slow you down! Limited daylight hours, extreme temperatures (hot or cold), wind, and precipitation can make outdoor activity unappealing, uncomfortable, and unsafe. Take advantage of the many options for indoor activities … Read More

Create Healthy and Heartfelt Food Gifts

Do-it-yourself food gifts are unique expressions of warmth and connection with a personal touch. When crafted with health in mind, they become even more meaningful, offering both nourishment and joy. Perfect for a festive gathering, heartfelt thank-you, or a simple gesture of kindness, healthy, homemade food gifts, like dry soup … Read More

The Importance of Sleep

About one third of U.S. adults get less than the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep a night. In addition to making us feel sleepy during the day, this lack of adequate sleep could have serious health consequences. Sleep affects everything—from energy and appetite to performance, mood, attention, memory, … Read More

Treating Depression May Reduce Memory Problems

· · Nutrition
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open involving 8,268 participants found that having higher levels of depressive symptoms at the study start and worsening depression over time were linked to faster memory decline. Similarly, faster memory decline was associated with worsening depression over time. The findings suggest that changes … Read More
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AI Is Efficient at Detecting Lyme Disease

· · Nutrition
Lyme disease, spread to humans through tick bites, is a hard-to-diagnose condition with symptoms that start as headaches, pain and fatigue but can turn into long-term inflammatory illness affecting the joints, nerves, brain, and heart. The disease can resemble those of other tick-borne illnesses, complicating diagnosis and delaying proper treatment. … Read More

Loneliness Increases Stroke Risk

· · Nutrition
A recent study published in eClinical Medicine reported that chronic loneliness significantly increases the risk of stroke, particularly among older adults. Middle-aged and older adults who reported feeling lonely have a 25% higher risk of stroke, but when loneliness lasted four years or more, the risk doubled. This conclusion was … Read More

Avoiding Holiday Digestive Distress

· · Nutrition
The holiday season is a time of ­celebration, but it can also trigger digestive discomfort. Rich foods, irregular mealtimes, and stress can all contribute to issues like ­heartburn, bloating, and constipation. However, with some smart strategies you can enjoy the festivities without compromising your digestive health. In this Q&A, Dana … Read More

Engaging with Your Grandchildren

· · Nutrition
Interacting with grandchildren offers a unique opportunity for grandparents to connect, stay active, and enjoy the vibrant energy of youth. But it goes beyond simply spending time together. These interactions can boost both physical and mental health and foster a deeper bond between grandparents and grandchildren. “Grandparents can help provide … Read More

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