Modest Effects on Cognitive Decline from Multivitamin Use
Setting aside cases of vitamin deficiency, the consensus on supplement use (including vitamins) in essentially healthy individuals is that it does little to nothing, or is even mildly harmful to long-term health. That mild harm might include use of antioxidants that diminish the beneficial response to exercise that is mediated in part by oxidative stress. As a counterpoint to the consensus, researchers here provide evidence for multivitamin use to modestly improve cognitive function in later life. Whether this result will hold up in other study populations is a question, and we'll likely be waiting a while on the answer. I...
Source: Fight Aging! - January 29, 2024 Category: Research Authors: Reason Tags: Daily News Source Type: blogs
70 Good Evening Blessings for Joy, Gratitude and Optimism
The evening is here.
The stars and moon come out and it’s time to relax a bit, to spend time with friends and family and on hobbies.
To help you to make this a wonderful evening for yourself and the people you may want to send a message to, I'd like to share 70 inspiring and joyful blessings.
I hope you’ll find something here that’ll be helpful both for yourself and your loved ones.
And if you want even more inspirational blessings then check out this post with good morning blessings and this one filled with Monday blessings.
Good Evening Blessings on Joy
“Have a peaceful and relaxing evening, my love. Know that ...
Source: Practical Happiness and Awesomeness Advice That Works | The Positivity Blog - November 28, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Henrik Edberg Tags: Inspirational Quotes Personal Development Source Type: blogs
The Ultimate Guide to Superfoods: Nourishing the Brain Beyond Basics
Conclusion
As we stand at the crossroads of ancient tradition and groundbreaking technologies, it's evident that our past still holds the key to our future. And in researching longevity and the desire for an active and healthy life, nutrition emerges as our ally.
We broke down the benefits of the 5 most overlooked superfoods and how to introduce them into our diet seamlessly, as well as the juxtaposition between age-old wisdom and cutting-edge science by showcasing humanity's continuous journey towards holistic well-being.
Incorporating them into our diets is more than just a trend; it's a testament to...
Source: PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement - October 25, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Nahla Davies Tags: featured health and fitness productivity tips self-improvement superfoods Source Type: blogs
How Cold Weather Affects Blood Pressure? New Study Reveals Surprising Facts
Conclusion
In the vast tapestry of medical research, the recent study on seasonal trends in high blood pressure is a particularly illuminating thread. It’s shown us that something as seemingly benign as the changing of the seasons can impact a major health metric – our blood pressure.
This isn’t just about statistics and numbers. It’s about lives. Recognizing and anticipating these patterns means healthcare providers can be better equipped to offer timely, effective care. And for those living with high blood pressure? It offers a roadmap. A guide to navigate the challenges of each season, with...
Source: The EMT Spot - September 8, 2023 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD Tags: News Source Type: blogs
Consciously Exploring Your Relationship with Drugs
Humanity has a complex, long-term relationship with a wide variety of drugs. In this article let’s delve into your personal relationship with drugs, how you frame them, and how you might upgrade these relationships to be more conscious and aligned with your path of self-development. Let’s include common drug sources like coffee, tea, and chocolate too, so this will be very inclusive.
My purpose here isn’t to encourage or discourage you from using any particular substances but rather to invite you to take a more conscious and honest look at your current frames, attitudes, biases, and behaviors, and dete...
Source: Steve Pavlina's Personal Development Blog - July 21, 2023 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Steve Pavlina Tags: Creating Reality Emotions Health Lifestyle Relationships Values Source Type: blogs
Trade in Real Life: How U.S. Sugar Farmers Snack on Americans ’ Treats
Gabriella Beaumont-SmithThe COVID-19 pandemic changed the world, shifting even peoples ’ eating habits.Numeroussurveys reveal that Americans are snacking more, providing new opportunities for food and beverage companies. In fact, according toAxios, American food manufacturers are pushing out all sorts of new flavor combinations, sizes, packaging, and shapes of snacks. In particular, fun ‐size snacks and “mashups” of flavors are trending, including, bite‐sized Twinkies and Ding Dongs, Cocoa Puffs popcorn, and Dr Pepper cotton candy. And these aren’t just aimed at kids, executives at numerous food companies...
Source: Cato-at-liberty - April 21, 2023 Category: American Health Authors: Gabriella Beaumont-Smith Source Type: blogs
Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure
Lower high blood pressure with these effective home remedies that are easy to apply, whether you’re dealing with mild or more severe cases of the condition.
If you’re searching for natural ways to lower your blood pressure, a few home remedies may help.
From making some lifestyle changes to eating mindfully, these tips can help you get your numbers down.
Talk to your doctor before trying new treatments, and read for more information.
Quick Summary
Regular exercise can help lower blood pressure by making the heart stronger and more efficient.
The DASH diet is a tried-and-tested eating pa...
Source: The EMT Spot - November 1, 2022 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: bpscore-sibera Tags: Guides Blood Pressure Source Type: blogs
Can dark chocolates keep heart disease away? Cardiology Basics
A study published in ‘Circulation’ – the flagship journal of American Heart Association, suggested that eating dark chocolate can decrease your risk for myocardial infarction.
Myocardial infarction is usually due to a coronary obstruction, though there are other varieties as well, according to the Universal Definition of Myocardial Infarction. High oxidative stress and limited availability of antioxidants can cause endothelial damage in the arteries, leading to increased chances for a thrombosis.
Dark chocolates (which contain 70% cocoa) have lots of flavonoids – potent antioxidants which helps to overcome the oxi...
Source: Cardiophile MD - October 24, 2022 Category: Cardiology Authors: Johnson Francis Tags: General Cardiology Source Type: blogs
Civilized and uncivilized, blood pressure response : Learning from the Kuna Indians
Welcome to Kuna island. The Kuna Indians are really unique people. living off Panama, right in the isthmus connecting North and south America, The Kunas reside in the San Blas archipelago comprising about 360 islands, of which about 60 are populated by them. They have lived on these islands for centuries, but their exact origin is not completely understood.
These innocent tribes have taught an important lesson in human blood pressure regulation, vascular biology, and salt sensitivity. We know, that high blood pressure, is a maximally researched entity in medical science in terms of etiology, vascular effects, an...
Source: Dr.S.Venkatesan MD - September 17, 2022 Category: Cardiology Authors: dr s venkatesan Tags: Uncategorized kuna Indians and hypertension Source Type: blogs
Civilized vs uncivilized blood pressure : Learning from the Kuna Indians
Welcome to Kuna island. The Kuna Indians are really unique people. living off Panama, right in the isthmus connecting North and south America, The Kunas reside in the San Blas archipelago comprising about 360 islands, of which about 60 are populated by them. They have lived on these islands for centuries, but their exact origin is not completely understood.
These innocent tribes have taught an important lesson in human blood pressure regulation, vascular biology, and salt sensitivity. We know, that high blood pressure, is a maximally researched entity in medical science in terms of etiology, vascular effects, an...
Source: Dr.S.Venkatesan MD - September 17, 2022 Category: Cardiology Authors: dr s venkatesan Tags: Uncategorized kuna Indians and hypertension Source Type: blogs
Reflections on Agricultural Subsidies
Franziska Sucker (University of the Witwatersrand), Reflections on Agricultural Subsidies, SSRN (2021): Many sub-Saharan African countries enjoy a static comparative advantage (that derives from climatic and other natural endowments) in several agricultural products, including traditional cash crops like coffee, cocoa... (Source: HealthLawProf Blog)
Source: HealthLawProf Blog - December 31, 2021 Category: Medical Law Authors: Katharine Van Tassel Source Type: blogs
Dark Chocolates and the Heart
Are dark chocolates good for the heart?
A study published in Circulation suggests that eating dark chocolate can improve coronary vasomotion and reduce platelet reactivity [1].
Dark chocolates which contain 70% cocoa have lots of flavonoids – potent antioxidants which helps to overcome the oxidative stress. They also decrease the activation of blood platelets responsible for thrombosis.
High oxidative stress and limited availability of antioxidants can cause endothelial damage in the arteries, leading to increased chances for a thrombosis.
Flavonoid rich dark chocolate has the potential for a beneficial effect on graft ...
Source: Cardiophile MD - September 7, 2021 Category: Cardiology Authors: Prof. Dr. Johnson Francis Tags: Cardiology Source Type: blogs
My Best Chocolate Cake. Ever.
Long time readers of this blog know I’ve been on a many years’ long journey to find and make the perfect chocolate cake. This cake came close, but it took me three tries to get its right, and still it wasn’t quite the best. My friend Susan and I have been trying to get the Black and White Cake recipe from Amy’s Bread, hands down the best cake I’d ever tasted, to perform in our hands, but with disappointing results. (We are convinced she, like many cooks, has left out something in the recipe to make sure that none of us could ever match that amazing cake.)
Well, dear reader, I’m here t...
Source: The Blog That Ate Manhattan - May 2, 2021 Category: Primary Care Authors: Margaret Polaneczky, MD Tags: Uncategorized Best chocolate cake Cocoa COffee Ina Garten Source Type: blogs
