Why caffeine may limit weight gain
After observing the effect in rats, scientists propose that consuming caffeine can limit weight gain and other adverse effects of a pro-obesity diet. View original article Contributor:
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Fragmented sleep may trigger migraine 2 days later
The largest prospective study to date to look at sleep and migraine risk using objective measurements of sleep finds an intriguing link between the two. View original article Contributor:
Misconceptions may lead to dehydration in older adults
By conducting interviews with older Londoners, researchers have revealed a range of misconceptions that may result in serious dehydration. View original article Contributor:
Unhealthful diet linked with vision loss later in life
A new study finds an association between the Western dietary pattern, which is high in unhealthful fats and sugars, and age-related vision loss. View original article Contributor:
Should we all be eating more protein?
A new analysis concludes that consuming increased levels of protein only benefits people who are dieting or participating in strength training. View original article Contributor:
Could MDMA help treat mental health conditions?
New research in mice investigates the possibility that MDMA, a potentially addictive drug, may help in the context of mental health therapy. View original article Contributor:
Mindfulness training may lower blood pressure
A recent study concludes that a specially designed mindfulness curriculum can significantly benefit individuals with high blood pressure. View original article Contributor:
Intermittent fasting can help ease metabolic syndrome
A new clinical trial shows that time-restricted eating, also known as intermittent fasting, helps relieve symptoms of metabolic syndrome. View original article Contributor:
High blood pressure research: 2019 overview
In this special feature, we outline some of 2019’s most interesting investigations into hypertension. We cover risk factors, nutrition, and more. View original article Contributor:
A key area of the brain is smaller in women on the pill
A new study found a dramatic difference in the size of the hypothalamus between women taking the oral contraceptive pill and those not using it. View original article Contributor: