Month: March 2023

Weight Loss Benefits Heart, Even If Some Regained

Don’t let a couple of pounds getting back on the scale bring you down! According to a new evidence review, the positive effects on the heart from weight loss can still stick around, even if you gain some of the weight back. It’s like planting a garden – even if a few plants don’t survive, […]

Published on March 29, 2023

A closer look at the correlation between acupuncture and neural activity

Imagine you’re playing a duet with a friend. Both of you start playing your instruments at the exact same time and produce synchronous notes. Now, imagine this scenario happening in your brain! A recent study examined how acupuncture, a traditional Chinese medical practice, can influence the synchronized firing of neurons in the brain. The researchers […]

Published on March 29, 2023

Fountain of youth—Targeting autophagy in aging

Imagine if you could uncover the secrets to staying young and healthy as you age. Well, scientists are doing just that by studying a process called autophagy. Think of autophagy as the body’s own cleaning crew, clearing out old or damaged cells to make way for new ones. It’s like when you clean out your […]

Published on March 29, 2023