Social media is a major part of life for many, especially young adults. But as social media use by those young adults increases, should we be concerned about an increase in depression, too? Anecdotally, the answer is already “yes.” A new national study, just published, has also provided an answer.
Category: Health
Posts about health and how to maximize it.
Is Metabolic Syndrome Linked To Poor Oral Hygiene?
Science has already established a link between periodontal (gum) disease and metabolic syndrome. A group of Japanese researchers went looking for a more specific linkage. They wanted to know what the specific connection was between gum disease and metabolic syndrome. They believe they have found it.
Restaurant Menus And The Battle Against Obesity
The United States CDC says over 42 percent of adults and 18 percent of children are obese. Both numbers continue to rise. This epidemic costs the nation $147 billion (USD) annually. Change is needed to reverse the course of this dangerous trend. Could part of the solution involve restaurant menus?
Increased Bone Fracture Risk For Vegans, Vegetarians And Pescetarians
We often hear about the health benefits of veganism, vegetarianism and other diets low in red and other meat. While those benefits are often legitimate, it seems that some diets may put you at a higher risk for bone fractures. What might cause this bone fracture risk?
Weight Loss Success, Self-Control And Your Brain
Self-control has always been a key ingredient in successful weight loss. Overcoming temptation and keeping hunger in check play key roles in the weight loss journey. Research has now shown that specific brain regions, especially those involved with self-regulation and motivation have important roles as well.
Endurance Exercise Can Give You A Healthier Gut
There’s been a lot of research and discussion about gut bacteria and their impact on health and fitness. Your gut microbiome has affects on nearly every aspect of your body, your health and even athletic performance. So wouldn’t it be great to know what kind of exercise will make your microbiome stronger?
Link Between Diet And Depression Confirmed Among Islanders
We have long suspected a link between diet and depression, anxiety and other mental illnesses. A study out of Australia reinforces that belief. It also shines a light on the damage highly-processed fast food can do to human mental health.
Science Says Age Is No Barrier To Weight Loss
It’s been widely accepted as conventional wisdom that weight loss is a “young person’s game.” The thinking has been that our metabolisms aren’t as efficient at 60 as they are at 30, making weight loss harder if not nearly impossible. New research say that isn’t really the case.
Will Teen Cannabis Use Impair Cognitive Development?
The relationship between teen cannabis use and cognitive impairment has been studied frequently. One question has been whether the cognitive impairment is causal or consequential to the cannabis use. A study out of Canada sought to answer that question and find out what effects teen cannabis use has on cognition.
Good Refs Or Rotten Calls? It’s All In Your Mind
Soccer is the most widely played and watched sport in the world. It’s rules are essentially universal in every nation. But ask die-hard fans of any team about a given match and you’re likely to get differing views, depending on the outcome and which team’s fans you ask.