As gluten-free diets gain popularity in the U.S., the health effects of such a diet have come into question. One study, published March 1 in the journal Epidemiology, said that gluten-free diets could increase exposure to toxic metals such as mercury and arsenic. In 2015, a quarter of Americans said they ate gluten-free diets. This…
Read MoreNew research linked a higher intake of isoflavone, a component of soy, to a reduced rate of mortality in breast cancer patients. Isoflavone is a part of soy that has “estrogen-like properties,” according to the study. It has been unclear whether isoflavones should be encouraged or not for breast cancer patients because of conflicting research.…
Read MoreSelf-sabotage most common during peak time of day We’ve all done it—self-sabotaged by staying up too late the night before a big exam or by talking ourselves out of an exciting opportunity. Luckily, a new study linking self-sabotage to circadian rhythms may help explain why we’re harming our chances to advance, and what to do…
Read MoreHealth effects of marijuana use detailed in large review of recent research Written by: Alex Lindley The results of a large review of research on the health effects of cannabis use are in, and the findings were mixed. The report, from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, looked at scientific research on this…
Read MoreRegular exercise key to help older adults with heart disease maintain physical function. Older adults often want to remain independent, even after a problem like a heart attack. A new statement from the American Heart Association identifies a key strategy – regular exercise. Women over the age of 65 make up slightly more than half…
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