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  • There’s Something Fishy About DHA vs Alzheimer’s
    Omega-3 fatty acids have many benefits for the health, including for the brain! We wrote about some of them, here: What Omega-3 Fatty Acids Really Do For Us There are even some less well-known benefits, such as: Why Healthy Teeth May Depend On Omega-3 & Exercise Now, the press has not been all positive, for…

  • Just How Infectious Is The Bird Flu In Cows’ Milk Anyway?
    There’s a rather bleak joke that goes: Doctor: “I’m afraid I have bad news for you; your condition is now terminal”Patient: “How long do I have?”Doctor: “Ten…”Patient: “Ten what? Years? Months?”Doctor: “Nine…” Sometimes, of course, humor itself can help extend life, by the way: Laugh Often, To Laugh Longest! In this case, the situation isn’t…

  • The Surprising Relationship Between Glucosamine & Alzheimer’s
    Glucosamine is popularly taken for joint health, and it really is the best thing out there for that. No wait, it’s not: Cucumber Extract Beats Glucosamine & Chondroitin… At 1/135th Of The Dose?! Today, we’re not doing glucosamine’s PR any favors, but well, we’re a health science publication and the truth is there may be…

  • Here’s why morning exercise feels so hard
    Your alarm goes off. Somehow you manage to get dressed, drag yourself to the gym, and start squatting. But why does it feel so hard? Your legs are heavy and the weight you lifted only a couple of days ago – in the afternoon – feels almost impossible. No, you’re not imagining it. There’s a…

  • Taking prescription opioids for too long can be harmful. Here’s how to cut back and stop
    Opioids, such as oxycodone, morphine, codeine, tramadol and fentanyl, are commonly prescribed to manage pain. You might be given a prescription when experiencing pain, or after surgery or an injury. But while opioids may relieve pain in the short term, they provide little to no lasting improvement in pain or function beyond a few weeks…

  • Is Covid During Pregnancy Linked to Autism? What a New Study Shows, and What It Doesn’t
    A large study from Massachusetts has found that babies whose mothers had covid-19 while pregnant were slightly more likely to have a range of neurodevelopmental diagnoses by age 3. Most of these children had speech or motor delays, and the link was strongest in boys and when the mother was infected late in pregnancy. The…

  • Lonely? Here’s how to connect with old friends – and make new ones
    Loneliness is quietly emerging as one of the most significant health issues in Australia, and it can affect people of all ages, backgrounds and life stages. Long-term survey data released last month showed the number of Australians who agree with the statement “I seem to have a lot of friends” has fallen noticeably since 2010….

  • Yes, you can be intolerant to fruit and veg
    For most people, eating a wide variety of fruit and vegetables is the cornerstone of a healthy diet. But for people with hereditary fructose intolerance, even a couple of bites of juicy watermelon or some sun-dried tomatoes in a salad can cause serious health problems. This rare condition isn’t a food allergy or sensitivity. But…

  • Does fasting dull your mental edge? We crunched the data for the best advice
    Ever worried that skipping breakfast might leave you foggy at work? Or that intermittent fasting would make you irritable, distracted and less productive? Snack food ads warn us that “you’re not you when you’re hungry”, reinforcing a common belief that eating is essential to keep our brains sharp. This message is deeply woven into our…

  • Food insecurity affects 1 in 3 regional people – and it’s worse for those with poor mental health
    It’s becoming harder for many Australians to afford enough healthy food, especially in regional areas, our new research shows. We surveyed almost 700 adults across the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions of New South Wales – online and through local community centres. We asked residents about their access to food, well-being, mental health and social connections….

  • Adult ADHD is diagnosed when you are ‘functionally impaired’. But what does that mean?
    Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects around 2.5% of adults and 7% of children. It causes difficulties with attention, impulsivity and hyperactivity. If unrecognised and untreated, ADHD can significantly impact educational and work achievements, and social and emotional wellbeing. It can also increase the risks of serious accidents and injuries, offending,…

  • AI therapy: What to know about its risks
    What you need to know As artificial intelligence technology advances, more people—especially teens—are turning to AI apps and chatbots for mental health support. A July survey from Common Sense Media found that about one in three teens has used AI for social interaction, including emotional support. Many teens say these tools feel easier to access…

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