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Probiotics promote weight loss in obese dogs

New research demonstrates how probiotics can reshape the gut microbiome and energy metabolism in dogs. 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 charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science for the Success of Society. With a […]

Published on January 29, 2024

Study urges people to think twice before going on a diet

A new qualitative study highlights the negative interpersonal and psychological consequences associated with ‘yo-yo dieting,’ also known as weight cycling. The work underscores how toxic yo-yo dieting can be and how difficult it can be for people to break the cycle. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on January 29, 2024

Playing an instrument linked to better brain health in older adults

Engaging in music throughout your life is associated with better brain health in older age, according to a new study. Scientists working on PROTECT, an online study open to people aged 40 and over, reviewed data from more than a thousand adults over the age of 40 to see the effect of playing a musical […]

Published on January 29, 2024