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Commonly used arm positions can substantially overestimate blood pressure readings

Researchers conclude that commonly used ways of positioning the patient’s arm during blood pressure (BP) screenings can substantially overestimate test results and may lead to a misdiagnosis of hypertension. 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 […]

Published on October 7, 2024

Bright Light Therapy Eases Major Depression

Light therapy: It’s long been a go-to therapy for seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a kind of depression that can beset some people when winter looms and days shorten. But new research is suggesting that time spent in front of light box might ease other forms of depression… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on October 7, 2024

Toddlers get nearly half their calories from ultra-processed foods

Toddlers in the UK obtain nearly half (47%) of their calories from ultra-processed foods (UPFs), and this rises to 59% by the age of seven, according to a new study. The most common UPFs consumed by the toddlers — who were 21 months when their parents recorded their diets — were flavored yogurts and wholegrain […]

Published on October 5, 2024