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Excessive calories change brain, lead to overeating

Just as an overgrown garden can affect the health of nearby plants, excess calories during development can alter the brain’s functioning and lead to adult overeating. A recent study found that when animals were given excessive amounts of calories during their early life stages, it resulted in changes in the brain regions associated with reward […]

Published on March 20, 2023

Attending live sport improves wellbeing: Study

Being in the stands at a live sporting event can do wonders for your overall well-being. A recent study with over 7,000 participants showed that cheering for your favorite team not only increases your happiness levels, but also reduces feelings of loneliness. It’s like experiencing a wave of euphoria, similar to when you’re swaying with […]

Published on March 19, 2023

Older Adults Not Telling Doctors About Memory Issues

Imagine you’re going to take a road trip, but you decide not to tell your co-pilot that your GPS is on the fritz. They’re clueless about the potential wrong turns, missed exits, and delays that might occur. Well, it turns out many older adults are doing something similar when it comes to their memory issues. […]

Published on March 16, 2023