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Marijuana and hallucinogen use among young adults reached all time-high in 2021
Marijuana and hallucinogen use in the past year reported by young adults 19 to 30 years old increased significantly in 2021 compared to five and 10 years ago, reaching historic highs in this age group since 1988, according to the Monitoring the Future (MTF) panel study. Rates of past-month nicotine vaping, which have been gradually increasing in young adults for the past four years, also continued their general upward trend in 2021, despite leveling off in 2020. Past-month marijuana vaping, which had significantly decreased in 2020, rebounded to pre-pandemic levels in 2021.
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How can sleeplessness overheat your mental circuits?
We all know how important sleep is for our mental health. We have heard people saying that sleeplessness can cause severe damage to your mental health. But have we wondered how insomnia could affect the circuits of our minds? Researchers with a recent study explained how our brain would be replete with bundles of hyperreactive cells if we deprive ourselves of sleep. In other words, our noggins overheat when we don't take appropriate rest and sleep.
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Having ‘good’ posture doesn't prevent back pain, and 'bad' posture doesn't cause it
We’ve all been told our whole lives we need ‘good’ posture: sit up straight, stand straight with shoulders back, and lift by bending the knees. It turns out there’s really no evidence for that advice.
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A plant-based diet is good for your wallet, not just your health
At a time when every dollar counts, many of us are changing the way we eat to save money. Take mother of three and Hong Kong resident Asher Chan, for instance. A lifelong vegetarian, she transitioned to veganism in the past year for a couple of reasons – one of which was the rising cost of milk and eggs. Now her family uses plant-based alternatives to these foods, which she says are more affordable.
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New US population study projects steep rise in cardiovascular diseases by 2060
The likelihood of developing a CV is predicted to rise dramatically among minorities while falling among White people.
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The Best Foods to Eat for a Healthy and Balanced Diet
Eating a balanced and healthy diet is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It's not always easy to know which foods to eat in order to achieve this, however.
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Vitamin D may reduce ovarian cancer's ability to spread to other organs, lab study suggests
The study found vitamin D keeps cancer cells from transforming mesothelial cells, or those found outside organs, into less protective versions.
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Plant Protein Slashes Frailty Syndrome Risk in Older Women By 42 Percent, Study Finds
A higher intake of plant protein is associated with a reduced risk of frailty in women over 60, says a new study published in the Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia, and Muscle.
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Meta-analysis of 15 studies on depression suggests significant mental health benefits from being physically active
Is exercise really that important to individual’s mental health? A new study published in JAMA Psychiatry suggests that exercise is related to lower levels of depression, even for people who are doing less physical activity than is recommended by public health professionals.
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Women were the unseen healthcare providers of the Middle Ages
Looking past conventional histories of medicine we see that women delivered much of medieval healthcare. Just as today
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Surprising Effects of Eating Mushrooms, Says Science | Eat This Not That
We took a a deep dive into all the amazing perks of eating mushrooms with tips from recent studies on the nutritional benefits.
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Study Suggests a New Number of Daily Steps For Health Benefits, And It's Not 10,000
There's no magic number when it comes to exercise, but that doesn't mean numbers aren't important.
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About 7,000 steps per day could lead to a longer life, study says
Folks who took about 7,000 steps a day had a 50% to 70% lower risk of dying from all causes during after 11 years of follow-up when compared with people who took fewer steps each day, according to a new study.
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How religious fervor and anti-regulation zealotry laid the groundwork for America's $36 billion supplement industry
The FDA has largely lost its ability to regulate the myriad pills, powders and potions that promise to grow muscle, shed body fat and improve your focus.
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Your Simple Guide To Visiting A Physician Or A General Practitioner (Gp) (Posts by Jilli Rose)
Establishing a long-term connection with a general practitioner (GP) you appreciate and feel at ease with is a good method to keep track of your health and well-being. A Doctor's Job Description Dur
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Choosing The Right Medical Center: Best Tips to Consider
Managing your healthcare in the best possible way is a smart idea. In this instance, it is critical to hire a qualified Holland Park Doctor to look...
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Dietary supplements causing severe liver injuries in Australians, with some requiring transplants, study shows
Researchers say cases linked to products claiming to promote muscle growth or weight loss are rising and more rigorous oversight is needed
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Four Ways Hugs Are Good for Your Health
Gentle physical touch stimulates "cuddle nerves" that lead to beneficial changes in the brain.
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How Alcohol Affects Your Kidney Health
A kidney specialist breaks down this problematic relationship
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Intermittent Fasting Less Effective at Burning Body Fat Than Daily Dieting
A new study suggests that the popular dietary technique intermittent fasting (IF) is less effective that traditional daily dieting at reducing body fat.
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