What about eating plums? Have you thought about their health benefits? You may have not imagined yet some of them. If you still think that only milk can keep your bones strong in adulthood, you’re wrong. According to a new study, a daily serving of prunes helps slow the loss of bone mass, reducing the…
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Hot shower: All its benefits
A hot shower offers several benefits to our health and is highly recommended daily. From mental to cardiovascular health, let’s see more details here. Modern spas try to imitate the hot springs that people used in the past for therapeutic, religious and cultural purposes. They were not just a soothing place, but because the waters…
Sleep: sleeping more on weekends reduces the risk of heart disease
According to a new study recently presented by researchers at the State Laboratory of Infectious Diseases in China, getting more sleep on weekends may be beneficial as it can reduce the risk of heart disease by almost 20%. The researchers, using self-reported data on more than 90000 people, created four cohorts depending on how long…
Brain aging: key food nutriends found to slow it down
In the journey of life, exploring the complexities of aging biology might reveal ways to extend our lifespan and improve our well-being as we grow older. A recent study dives into this area, linking the speed of brain aging to the value of our diets. Researchers from the University of Illinois and the University of…
Microplastics: Found in blood clots
This year, a groundbreaking study revealed an astonishing discovery: tiny microplastic particles originating from larger plastic objects were found in more than half of the fatty deposits blocking arteries. This finding provided the first evidence of a potential link between microplastics and their impact on human health. A recent investigation by Chinese researchers uncovered the…
Avocados: What happens if you eat avocado every day
Avocados have become increasingly popular in recent years and are now a common part of many diets worldwide. Apart from their delicious taste and creamy texture, these green gems offer significant nutritional benefits. But what happens when you incorporate avocados into your daily meals? Improved heart health Avocados are packed with monounsaturated fats that are…