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Mindfulness for middle school students

Two new studies suggest that mindfulness — the practice of focusing one’s awareness on the present moment — can enhance academic performance and mental health in middle-schoolers. 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 the […]

Published on August 26, 2019

New evidence that optimists live longer

After decades of research, a new study links optimism and prolonged life. Researchers have found that individuals with greater optimism are more likely to live longer and to achieve ‘exceptional longevity,’ that is, living to age 85 or older. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of […]

Published on August 26, 2019

The flavor of chocolate is developed during the processing of the cocoa beans

Can you manipulate the taste of noble cocoas in different directions to create exciting new flavors for the world’s chocolate fans? Some researchers and cocoa professionals asked that question and the research shows that you actually can. The results are of particular importance for high-end producers, but with time they could also be valuable for […]

Published on August 26, 2019