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Why Airplane Cabins Are So Cold

Bring a sweater or sweatshirt in your carry-on when traveling by plane to be prepared for a chilly flight. Jay Robert, a senior cabin crew member, says airplane cabins are kept cold to ensure your health and comfort. Robert tells HuffPost that essentially the pilot controls… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on August 26, 2024

Placebos Reduce Stress, Anxiety, and Depression

A striking study found that people who took nondeceptive placebos ─ meaning they knew the medications were fake ─ had significantly reduced levels of stress, and less anxiety and depression symptoms after just two weeks, compared to the control group that did not take the… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, […]

Published on August 26, 2024

Short-duration, light-intensity exercises improve cerebral blood flow in children

Enhancing prefrontal cortex (PFC) cognitive functions requires identifying suitable exercises that increase cerebral blood flow. A recent study using functional near-infrared spectroscopy found that short-duration, low-intensity physical exercises, except static stretching with monotonous movements, increased oxygenated hemoglobin (oxy-Hb) levels, thereby activating the PFC and enhancing blood flow in children. This study marks a significant step […]

Published on August 26, 2024