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Lack of sleep can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease

Even a few nights with insufficient sleep promote molecular mechanisms linked to a greater risk of heart problems. This has been shown in a new study in which the researchers investigated how sleep deprivation affects biomarkers (in this case proteins) associated with cardiovascular disease. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on May 10, 2025

Number of US Measles Cases Steadily Rising, Now Tops 1K

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control reports there are now 1,0001 confirmed measles cases in the U.S. The nationwide caseload is steadily rising with no end in sight. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads […]

Published on May 9, 2025

FDA to Allow Three New Natural Color Additives

U.S. regulators said Friday that they would allow three new color additives made from natural sources to be used in the nation’s food supply. It comes after health officials pledged a sweeping phase-out of petroleum-based dyes widely used in foods from cereals to sports… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on May 9, 2025