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Did you know that the way we prepare potatoes can significantly impact our risk of developing Type 2 diabetes? It’s true. Recent scientific findings are shedding light on this common food and how we eat it. Potatoes themselves aren’t the villains here. The real story, according to research published by SciTechDaily, lies in the preparation … Read more
Did you know that eating more than one egg a week might be linked to a significantly lower risk of Alzheimer’s dementia? A recent study has suggested just that, pointing to a potential 47% reduction in risk. As someone with a background in biology and science, I find these kinds of connections between everyday foods … Read more
It’s a question many of us ponder as we get older: how can we best protect our brain health? While a healthy lifestyle is always a good bet, emerging research is shining a light on a specific mineral that might play a crucial role in our cognitive future: lithium. Did you know that some scientific … Read more
I’ve always been fascinated by the intricate connections between our environment and our well-being. As an atmospheric scientist, I look at how the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the land we inhabit all influence our health. It might seem like a leap from climate modeling to our dinner plates, but the systems … Read more
It’s easy to think of aging as something that just happens to our bodies, but our brains are also on this journey. As we get older, our brain cells, like any other cells, can start to accumulate junk. Think of it like your house needing a good clear-out. Sometimes, things just get old and stop … Read more
Did you know that the way you prepare your food could be as important as the food itself when it comes to weight loss? A recent study has shed light on this, and it’s pretty fascinating. The Study’s Findings The research suggests that people who cook meals at home and choose minimally processed foods tend … Read more
In the ever-evolving world of wellness trends, it seems like there’s always a new
Did you know that the foods making up about half of the average diet could be linked to a higher risk of lung cancer? It sounds serious, and it is. Recent findings suggest a connection between ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of lung cancer. Let’s talk about what we mean by “ultra-processed foods.” These … Read more
It’s concerning to see a rise in colon cancer cases among younger adults. This isn’t a trend anyone wants to see, and as someone who cares about our health and how our environment influences it, I wanted to dig into what might be contributing and what we can do. Recent observations show an uptick in … Read more
Hey everyone, Simone here! Lately, I’ve been seeing the term ‘fibermaxxing’ pop up everywhere as a new wellness trend. The idea is pretty simple: dramatically increase your fiber intake to improve digestion, boost satiety, and potentially aid weight management. As someone who’s always interested in how our bodies work and how we can support them … Read more