Study Finds That Urban Agriculture Must Be Carefully Planned to Have Climate Benefits
The University of Michigan-led international study sheds light on the complex relationship between urban agriculture and its climate impact. The findings reveal that, on average, fruits and vegetables grown in urban farms and gardens have a carbon footprint six times greater than ...
Study Finds That Dancing Helps With Weight Loss and Also Improves Physical and Mental Health
A recent study, drawing upon the findings of 646 previously reported studies, highlights the profound benefits of dancing for weight loss and overall well-being, especially for individuals who are overweight or obese. The metastudy focused on subjects with abnormally high-fat percentages ...
Traditional Chinese Herb Delivered via IV Improves Stroke Victims’ Recovery, Shows Large Scientific Study
A recent large-scale scientific study has provided promising evidence regarding the efficacy of a traditional Chinese herbal remedy derived from ginkgo biloba in aiding the recovery of stroke victims. The study, conducted on 3,163 stroke survivors in China, demonstrated that intravenous ...
The Growing Link Between Microbes, Mood and Mental Health
The emerging field of research into the connection between microbes, mood, and mental health is shedding light on a previously overlooked aspect of our well-being. Recent studies suggest that maintaining a healthy brain involves tending to our gut microbiome, challenging conventional ...
Singing or Playing Music Throughout Life is Linked with Better Brain Health While You Age
Engaging in musical activities throughout life has been associated not only with a sense of enjoyment and emotional well-being but also with tangible cognitive benefits, as highlighted by the PROTECT study. The research, open to individuals aged 40 and above, examined data from over ...
Wasabi May Boast Memory-Boosting Powers, Study Shows
Wasabi, the fiery green condiment often enjoyed with sushi, may hold unexpected benefits for memory, according to a study published in the journal Nutrients. The research focused on 72 healthy participants aged 60 to 80, with half of them consuming 100 milligrams of wasabi extract ...
Study Finds Children Living Near Green Spaces ‘Have Stronger Bones’
A ground-breaking study has revealed that children residing in areas with more green spaces near their homes exhibit significantly stronger bones, potentially leading to lifelong health benefits. Conducted in Flanders, Belgium, the research followed over 300 children in urban, suburban, ...
Getting School Kids Gardening Pays Off for Eating Habits
Engaging school children in gardening and food preparation classes can have a profound impact on their lifelong eating habits, according to a recent study conducted by the George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health. Participants in a gardening and food education ...
Recent Study in UK Found That Really Wild Diets Can Boost Foragers’ Health
The Wildbiome Project, a recent citizen science study involving 26 UK foragers, has unveiled intriguing findings regarding the health benefits of consuming wild foods. Led by foraging expert Monica Wilde, the project explored the impact of a wild food diet on blood sugar, body mass ...
