Author: Dr. David Lowemann

The Healthiest Fruit, According to Nutritionists

No matter how you pronounce the name, tomatoes are the healthiest fruit, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Tomatoes, and yes, they are a fruit, not a vegetable, scored highest in a recent ranking of nutritionally powerful foods. According to… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on October 10, 2024

Moving fast conveys confidence to others during decision-making

The ability to read others’ intentions is crucial when pooling knowledge to form a collective decision. Decision-making improves when communication is allowed through words or touch. Coucke et al. show that visual information communicated through actions can convey not only a decision but also decision confidence, improving collective decision-making. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. […]

Published on October 10, 2024

Loneliness Raises Risk for Dementia by 31 Percent

A new study finds persistent loneliness taking a toll on aging brains and significantly raising a person’s odds for dementia. Research funded by the U.S. National Institute of Mental Health tracked self-reports of loneliness and the neurological health of more than 600,000… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is […]

Published on October 10, 2024