Month: May 2022

New measure of sperm age may be predictor of pregnancy success

Imagine you’re in a race and all the competitors have different ages. The older ones might not run as fast as the younger ones, right? Well, it turns out that the age of male sperm might have an impact on their ability to successfully fertilize an egg and lead to pregnancy. A recently published study […]

Published on May 13, 2022

How sleep helps to process emotions

Just like a diligent organizer categorizes different items into separate boxes, the brain works hard during dream sleep to sort and store emotions. Researchers have discovered that the brain has its own special system for processing emotions while we snooze. It consolidates positive emotions, making sure they are stored securely in their own neat little […]

Published on May 13, 2022

Resistance Training Boosts Longevity

Think of resistance training as a magic potion that can add years to your life! According to recent studies, hitting the gym and lifting weights can help you stay younger for longer! Researchers found that those who incorporated 30 to 60 minutes of strength training into their weekly routine experienced a whopping 40% decrease in […]

Published on May 13, 2022