Month: May 2022

COVID Vaccine Effectiveness Hampered by Obesity

Just like trying to navigate an obstacle course while wearing a heavy backpack, obesity can make it more difficult for COVID vaccines to do their job. A recent study reveals that being severely obese can reduce the effectiveness of these vaccines, potentially leaving individuals at higher risk for infection. Interestingly, the study also found that […]

Published on May 6, 2022

Finding Balance

Just like a tightrope walker finding their balance, maintaining a healthy lifestyle requires finding the perfect equilibrium between diet and exercise. Balancing what we eat and how much we move is the key to achieving harmony in our overall well-being. It’s like a dance between nourishing our bodies with nutritious meals and giving them the […]

Published on May 6, 2022

Unlocking the Brain’s Task Switching Abilities: Insights from Synchrony

Imagine your brain as a bustling city where different neighborhoods represent different cognitive tasks. In this study, scientists explored how the brain seamlessly transitions from a relaxed state to an engaged state. They discovered that synchrony, or the coordinated activity between different brain regions, plays a crucial role in this process. By comparing the synchrony […]

Published on May 6, 2022