Month: April 2023

Simple test may predict cognitive impairment long before symptoms appear

Imagine having a crystal ball that could predict the future. Well, scientists have developed something like that for cognitive impairment! In a recent study, researchers found that a simple test could actually predict the risk of developing memory and thinking problems years before any symptoms show up. It’s like being able to see the road […]

Published on April 21, 2023

Alcohol and Breastfeeding: How Does it Affect Newborn Health?

Imagine you’re trying to bake the perfect cookies, but you accidentally add a dash of hot sauce instead of vanilla extract. Yikes! That’s sort of what happens when mothers consume alcohol while breastfeeding. Researchers at the University of California, Riverside, conducted a study using mice to investigate the repercussions of this combo. Just like baking […]

Published on April 21, 2023

6 Foods That Cause Abdominal Bloating

Belly bloat can be uncomfortable as well as unattractive. That sensation of fullness around the abdomen becomes more common as we age because our bodies produce less stomach acid, which is responsible for activating certain enzymes that help break down foods. Therefore, food… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on April 20, 2023