Wellness Research and Studies - Study Finds https://studyfinds.org/category/wellness/ Science, Wellness, And Consumer Research In A Nutshell Thu, 08 May 2025 18:48:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8 https://studyfinds.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/favicon-1-150x150.png Wellness Research and Studies - Study Finds https://studyfinds.org/category/wellness/ 32 32 178417069 10 Foods For Healthy Hair: Eat These To Ensure A Magnificent Mane Into Old Age https://studyfinds.org/10-foods-for-healthy-hair/ https://studyfinds.org/10-foods-for-healthy-hair/#respond Thu, 08 May 2025 18:48:54 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141178

Here's a look at some of the best foods you can add to your diet to keep your hair strong and healthy no matter your age.

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Face Mask Sniffs Out Kidney Disease In One’s Breath With Near-Perfect Accuracy https://studyfinds.org/face-mask-kidney-disease-breath/ https://studyfinds.org/face-mask-kidney-disease-breath/#respond Thu, 08 May 2025 11:59:47 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141920

Forget invasive blood tests and expensive doctor visits; your breath might hold the key to monitoring kidney disease. Scientists from Italy have cleverly repurposed the humble face mask, embedding it with four sensitive gas detectors that can identify chronic kidney disease by analyzing the chemical compounds you exhale.

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U.S. Life Expectancy Study Shows Southerners Barely Living Any Longer Than Those Born In 1900 https://studyfinds.org/study-shows-where-americans-are-living-longerand-where-theyre-not/ https://studyfinds.org/study-shows-where-americans-are-living-longerand-where-theyre-not/#comments Thu, 08 May 2025 03:20:00 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141936

Researchers analyzing mortality data across America report that a baby girl born in Oklahoma today might live only a few months longer than one born in 1900 – a shocking contrast to places like New York, where female life expectancy jumped 20 years over the same timeframe.

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Walnuts With Breakfast Make Your Brain Work Better – But There’s A Surprising Catch https://studyfinds.org/walnuts-breakfast-brain-boost/ https://studyfinds.org/walnuts-breakfast-brain-boost/#comments Wed, 07 May 2025 21:48:27 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141937

Grabbing a handful of walnuts with breakfast might sharpen your thinking, research shows, but don't expect an immediate memory boost.

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‘Fountain Of Youth’ Protein Boosts Lifespan, Muscle, and Brain Power in Aging Mice — After Single Dose https://studyfinds.org/fountain-of-youth-protein-klotho-anti-aging-mice/ https://studyfinds.org/fountain-of-youth-protein-klotho-anti-aging-mice/#comments Wed, 07 May 2025 19:03:43 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141931

Many scientists have long sought to discover the so-called "fountain of youth" remedy that can help humans live longer, healthier lives into old age.

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The Main Reason Why Half Of 30-Somethings Already Have Knee Damage (Even If They Don’t Have Symptoms) https://studyfinds.org/30-somethings-knee-damage/ https://studyfinds.org/30-somethings-knee-damage/#respond Wed, 07 May 2025 14:39:00 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141914

Your knee joints might be silently deteriorating decades before you feel a twinge of pain. A new study from Finland reveals that more than half of healthy 33-year-olds already show cartilage damage in their knees, despite experiencing no symptoms.

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Even Light Exercise in Your 50s May Help Prevent Alzheimer’s https://studyfinds.org/exercise-50s-prevent-alzheimers/ https://studyfinds.org/exercise-50s-prevent-alzheimers/#respond Tue, 06 May 2025 19:36:00 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141879

Want to keep your brain healthy as you age? You might need to lace up those sneakers. A new international study has found that increasing your physical activity during midlife could significantly reduce your risk factors for Alzheimer's disease.

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Could a Low-Carb Diet Replace Medication for Type 2 Diabetes? https://studyfinds.org/low-carb-diet-type-2-diabetes-natural-insulin-production/ https://studyfinds.org/low-carb-diet-type-2-diabetes-natural-insulin-production/#respond Tue, 06 May 2025 18:45:00 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141908

Drug companies are racing to treat Type 2 diabetes, but your own body might already hold the key to better blood sugar control. In a new study from the University of Alabama, people with diabetes who slashed carbs to just 9% of their daily diet saw a major boost in their pancreas’s ability to produce insulin, within just three months.

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These Common Foods Could Help You Stay Mentally and Physically Fit After 60 https://studyfinds.org/flavonoids-foods-mentally-physically-fit-after-60/ https://studyfinds.org/flavonoids-foods-mentally-physically-fit-after-60/#respond Tue, 06 May 2025 18:00:28 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141902

An apple a day actually might help keep the doctor away as you age. A massive new international study spanning over two decades reveals that regularly consuming flavonoid-rich foods like apples, blueberries, and tea could significantly reduce your chances of experiencing the physical and mental decline often associated with aging.

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Washing Machines Could Be Home To Superbug Bacteria — And Detergent Might Make The Problem Worse https://studyfinds.org/washing-machines-superbug-bacteria-antibiotic-resistance/ https://studyfinds.org/washing-machines-superbug-bacteria-antibiotic-resistance/#comments Mon, 05 May 2025 18:48:04 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141871

Healthcare workers' uniforms washed at home might be bringing dangerous bacteria back to hospitals and creating a breeding ground for drug-resistant superbugs.

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CT Scans Could Be Triggering An Alarming Number Of Cancer Cases https://studyfinds.org/ct-scans-cancer/ https://studyfinds.org/ct-scans-cancer/#respond Mon, 05 May 2025 15:54:40 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141870

Millions of Americans undergo CT scans yearly for injuries, diseases, or health monitoring. While these scans are essential medical tools, alarming new research led by scientists at the University of California, San Francisco reveals they might cause about 103,000 future cancer cases from just one year's worth of scanning in the United States.

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How Your Mouth Could Be Killing Your Heart https://studyfinds.org/how-your-mouth-could-be-killing-your-heart/ https://studyfinds.org/how-your-mouth-could-be-killing-your-heart/#comments Mon, 05 May 2025 12:39:08 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141863

The mouth is often described as a window to overall health – and for good reason. A growing body of research reveals a significant link between poor dental hygiene and cardiovascular disease.

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Having Biological Age Older Than Actual Age Significantly Raises Dementia Risk https://studyfinds.org/biological-age-dementia-risk/ https://studyfinds.org/biological-age-dementia-risk/#respond Sat, 03 May 2025 13:36:38 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141842

Growing old is inevitable, but some people age faster than others on a biological level. Researchers from China say that accelerated biological aging might significantly increase your risk of developing dementia.

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Ghost Pipe For Pain? How Social Media Transformed This Plant Into Potential Remedy https://studyfinds.org/ghost-pipe-pain-relief-social-media/ https://studyfinds.org/ghost-pipe-pain-relief-social-media/#respond Sat, 03 May 2025 12:32:06 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141856

Few people outside herbalist circles had heard of ghost pipe a decade ago. These days, however, this strange white plant that lacks chlorophyll has developed an almost cult-like following online, with enthusiasts using it primarily for pain relief—despite minimal scientific understanding of its properties or safety.

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Your Heart May Be Decades ‘Older’ Than Your Actual Age https://studyfinds.org/your-heart-may-be-decades-older-than-you-think/ https://studyfinds.org/your-heart-may-be-decades-older-than-you-think/#comments Fri, 02 May 2025 20:33:22 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141837

Your body might be 35, but your heart could be pumping like it's 80, alarming research shows.

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Why Testicles Hang Outside The Body: Scientists Discover Sperm’s Temperature Switch https://studyfinds.org/why-testicles-hang-outside-body-scientists-discover-sperm-temperature-switch/ https://studyfinds.org/why-testicles-hang-outside-body-scientists-discover-sperm-temperature-switch/#respond Fri, 02 May 2025 20:14:16 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141851

Men's testicles hang outside the body for a good reason – and scientists have finally figured out why they need to stay cool.

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The Alarming Global Omega-3 Shortage: How Climate Change Is Making It Worse https://studyfinds.org/global-omega-3-shortage-climate-change-making-it-worse/ https://studyfinds.org/global-omega-3-shortage-climate-change-making-it-worse/#respond Fri, 02 May 2025 14:00:12 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141825

A perfect storm threatens the global supply of omega-3 fatty acids, and the consequences could be devastating for human health.

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1 In 4 People Would Tell Co-Workers If They Had Bad Breath… Would You? https://studyfinds.org/bad-breath-tell-coworkers/ https://studyfinds.org/bad-breath-tell-coworkers/#respond Fri, 02 May 2025 13:27:56 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141827

Most of us have experienced that awkward moment: detecting someone's horrifically unpleasant breath and wondering whether to say something. A nationwide survey reveals this dilemma is remarkably common.

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Why Most Americans Would Likely Avoid Bird Flu Vaccine https://studyfinds.org/americans-say-no-bird-flu-vaccine/ https://studyfinds.org/americans-say-no-bird-flu-vaccine/#comments Thu, 01 May 2025 19:04:23 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141821

Warnings about bird flu transmission have been popping up on headlines across the globe. Public health concerns over bird flu, however, could face serious roadblocks as most Americans remain either unwilling or uncertain about taking protective measures against the spreading virus.

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Do Booster Shots Work Better When Given In Same Arm As First Dose? https://studyfinds.org/booster-shots-same-arm-as-first-dose/ https://studyfinds.org/booster-shots-same-arm-as-first-dose/#respond Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:54:33 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141784

Your arm has a memory, at least when it comes to vaccines. A new international study reveals that getting your COVID booster in the same arm as your first shot creates a significantly stronger immune response. This simple change in vaccination practice could improve early immune protection during the critical first week after boosting.

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Whooping Cough Is Making A Comeback: What You Should Know https://studyfinds.org/whooping-cough-making-comeback-what-you-should-know/ https://studyfinds.org/whooping-cough-making-comeback-what-you-should-know/#respond Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:19:11 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141783

Whooping cough, a bacterial infection that can be especially dangerous for babies and young children, is on the rise. Already in 2025 the U.S. has recorded 8,485 cases. That’s compared with 4,266 cases during the same period in 2024. Like measles, which is also spreading at unprecedented levels, whooping cough, more formally known as…

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Survival Advantage? Why Women Might Be Better Built For Extreme Cold Expeditions https://studyfinds.org/survival-advantage-why-women-better-built-for-extreme-cold/ https://studyfinds.org/survival-advantage-why-women-better-built-for-extreme-cold/#respond Tue, 29 Apr 2025 17:43:13 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141761

Female athletes might have a hidden advantage in extreme cold environments, according to new Pentagon-funded research.

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Brain-Inspired Tech Could Help Hearing Aids Solve The ‘Cocktail Party Problem’ https://studyfinds.org/brain-inspired-tech-hearing-aids-cocktail-party-problem/ https://studyfinds.org/brain-inspired-tech-hearing-aids-cocktail-party-problem/#comments Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:26:36 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141752

When standing in a crowded room, multiple conversations blur together into an incomprehensible wall of sound. For people with hearing loss, this scenario, dubbed the "cocktail party problem," isn't just annoying; it's a barrier to social connection that can lead to isolation and cognitive decline.

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AI Test Diagnoses Arthritis In Minutes With 98% Accuracy https://studyfinds.org/ai-test-diagnoses-arthritis/ https://studyfinds.org/ai-test-diagnoses-arthritis/#comments Mon, 28 Apr 2025 18:43:22 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141739

If you visit your doctor with symptoms of joint pain, swelling, and stiffness, the diagnosis could be many different things. Is it osteoarthritis from years of wear and tear, or rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune condition requiring different treatment? Current diagnostic methods often involve multiple tests, imaging procedures, and sometimes weeks of uncertainty.

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Late Nights, Little Sleep Could Be Stunting Teen Brain Growth https://studyfinds.org/late-nights-sleep-teen-brain-growth/ https://studyfinds.org/late-nights-sleep-teen-brain-growth/#respond Mon, 28 Apr 2025 17:50:35 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141736

Early to bed, early to rise makes teenagers... smarter? New international research using Fitbit data from thousands of teens has revealed that adolescents with earlier bedtimes and longer sleep duration consistently outperform their night-owl peers on cognitive tests. Brain scans show sleep patterns during these formative years can shape a teen's brain for years to come.

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Just A Few Minutes On This App Every Day Could Help Ease Depression, Study Suggests https://studyfinds.org/app-lift-mild-depression/ https://studyfinds.org/app-lift-mild-depression/#respond Mon, 28 Apr 2025 16:23:19 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141730

Depression exists on a spectrum, but traditional treatment often doesn't. The estimated 11% of people worldwide with mild depressive symptoms typically fall through healthcare cracks, suffering too much to function well, but not enough to meet clinical thresholds for treatment. Now, new research from Kyoto University reveals these individuals can find significant relief through bite-sized therapy skills delivered right to their phones.

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Simple Tweak Creates ‘Super’ Stem Cells With Enhanced Abilities https://studyfinds.org/super-stem-cells-created/ https://studyfinds.org/super-stem-cells-created/#respond Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:48:19 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141722

A remarkable study from University of Copenhagen researchers reveals how changing what cells use for energy dramatically transforms their identity and abilities—findings that could revolutionize our the future of cellular development and aging processes.

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Why Our Belly Blows Up In Middle Age: Newly-Discovered Fat Cells To Blame https://studyfinds.org/scientists-find-new-fat-cells-behind-middle-age-weight-gain/ https://studyfinds.org/scientists-find-new-fat-cells-behind-middle-age-weight-gain/#respond Fri, 25 Apr 2025 19:53:43 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141699

That stubborn belly fat that appears in your 40s isn't just from diet or lack of exercise. Scientists have uncovered a biological process that explains why waistlines expand in middle age, even when lifestyle habits remain consistent.

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3 Health Risks That Increase Odds Of A Disabling Stroke https://studyfinds.org/3-health-risks-increase-odds-disabling-stroke/ https://studyfinds.org/3-health-risks-increase-odds-disabling-stroke/#respond Fri, 25 Apr 2025 14:49:16 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141683

If you have high blood pressure, an irregular heartbeat, or smoke cigarettes, you're not just at risk for having a stroke. According to a new international study, these factors also might make you more likely to have a catastrophic one that could leave you severely disabled or dead.

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That Cinnamon Supplement? It Might Be Messing With Your Medications https://studyfinds.org/cinnamon-prescription-medicine-interaction/ https://studyfinds.org/cinnamon-prescription-medicine-interaction/#respond Fri, 25 Apr 2025 14:06:13 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141685

You might want to think twice before adding that cinnamon supplement to your daily routine

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Forgotten Diseases: How Declining Vaccination Could Bring Back Measles, Polio, and More https://studyfinds.org/declining-vaccination-could-bring-back-measles-polio/ https://studyfinds.org/declining-vaccination-could-bring-back-measles-polio/#respond Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:05:32 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141684

America faces a brewing public health threat as vaccination rates continue to slide downward. Diseases once eliminated through widespread immunization could stage a comeback, with measles likely to lead the charge.

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Why Suburban Living Raises Risk Of Red Meat Allergy https://studyfinds.org/why-suburban-living-raises-risk-of-red-meat-allergy-ags/ https://studyfinds.org/why-suburban-living-raises-risk-of-red-meat-allergy-ags/#comments Thu, 24 Apr 2025 18:00:59 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141676

Suffering from a painful reaction after eating a hamburger might be more than just bad luck – where you live could be putting you at risk.

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Game-Changing ‘Patient-On-A-Chip’ Tech Exposes Drugs That Secretly Harm The Brain https://studyfinds.org/patients-on-a-chip-tech-exposes-drugs-quris/ https://studyfinds.org/patients-on-a-chip-tech-exposes-drugs-quris/#comments Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:51:55 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141663

Scientists at Quris Technologies have uncovered evidence that some drugs become significantly more harmful to brain cells after being metabolized by the liver.

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Runner’s Gut: Why Some Find Themselves Sprinting To The Toilet Instead Of The Marathon Finish Line https://studyfinds.org/runners-gut-marathon-toilet/ https://studyfinds.org/runners-gut-marathon-toilet/#respond Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:35:52 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141661

Marathons and other long-distance events can be associated with several dangers– including dehydration, electrolyte imbalances and heatstroke. All important reasons as to why it’s crucial to train adequately for the big day, and come prepared. 

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Is Your Air Actually Safe? 50 Million Americans Live in ‘Monitoring Deserts’ https://studyfinds.org/air-quality-monitoring-deserts/ https://studyfinds.org/air-quality-monitoring-deserts/#respond Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:59:53 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141630

The air you breathe might be dirtier than you think, and millions of Americans would never know it. A new study from Penn State reveals that nearly 60% of U.S. counties lack even a single air quality monitoring station, creating vast "monitoring deserts" where over 50 million people are flying blind about what's actually in their air.

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Bacteria-Killing Paint Can Help Keep Rooms Germ-Free for Months https://studyfinds.org/bacteria-killing-paint-keep-rooms-germ-free-for-months/ Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:38:43 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141625

Hospital surfaces are breeding grounds for dangerous bacteria. Now, researchers believe a special paint could be the answer to stopping infections before they start.

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Dad’s Depression May Double Risk of Behavioral Problems in Kids https://studyfinds.org/dads-depression-behavioral-problems-in-kids/ https://studyfinds.org/dads-depression-behavioral-problems-in-kids/#comments Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:49:02 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141588

When a father battles depression as his child starts kindergarten, the ripple effects can be felt for years in the classroom.

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How Virtual Doctor Visits Are Saving the Planet https://studyfinds.org/virtual-doctor-visits-cut-carbon-emissions/ https://studyfinds.org/virtual-doctor-visits-cut-carbon-emissions/#respond Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:34:03 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141617

When you click "join appointment" for a virtual doctor visit, you're not just saving yourself a drive to the clinic, you're helping cut greenhouse gas emissions.

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Alzheimer’s Might Start Shaping Your Brain in Your 20s, Study Shows https://studyfinds.org/alzheimers-shaping-brain-20s/ https://studyfinds.org/alzheimers-shaping-brain-20s/#comments Mon, 21 Apr 2025 18:13:52 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141584

Most of us think about Alzheimer's as a problem for our golden years. But new research delivers a wake-up call – your brain health at 25 might forecast your memory at 75.

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‘Bro-Science’ Overturned: Plant-Based Diets Build Muscle Just as Well as Animal Proteins https://studyfinds.org/plant-based-diets-build-muscle-as-well-as-meat-based-protein/ https://studyfinds.org/plant-based-diets-build-muscle-as-well-as-meat-based-protein/#comments Mon, 21 Apr 2025 16:54:52 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141578

Forget what you've heard at the gym about needing chicken breasts and steaks to build muscle. Science just delivered a win for plant-based eaters everywhere.

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Scientists Create Smart Insole That Turns Every Step Into Health Data https://studyfinds.org/new-smart-insole-health-data/ https://studyfinds.org/new-smart-insole-health-data/#comments Sat, 19 Apr 2025 13:30:55 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141555

Forget clunky fitness trackers. Scientists have created a wireless, self-powered smart insole that could revolutionize how we monitor movement and potentially prevent serious health issues—all while you simply walk around.

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Walking at This Speed Lowers Risk of Irregular Heartbeat by 43 Percent https://studyfinds.org/walking-at-this-speed-lowers-heart-rhythm-risk/ https://studyfinds.org/walking-at-this-speed-lowers-heart-rhythm-risk/#comments Fri, 18 Apr 2025 20:31:03 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141567

New research involving over 420,000 people reveals that walking at a faster pace might dramatically lower your chances of developing cardiac arrhythmias—heart rhythm disorders that affect millions worldwide.

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Do You Inherit Alzheimer’s From Mom or Dad? The Answer Just Changed https://studyfinds.org/family-alzheimers-history-brain/ https://studyfinds.org/family-alzheimers-history-brain/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 21:44:14 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141534

Your sex and whether your mother or father had Alzheimer’s may influence not just your risk, but how your brain responds to early signs of the disease, pointing to the need for more personalized prevention and treatment strategies.

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For Longer Life, Study Says Eat More Meat in Childhood — But Go Green in Golden Years https://studyfinds.org/for-longer-life-eat-meat-childhood-plant-based-older/ https://studyfinds.org/for-longer-life-eat-meat-childhood-plant-based-older/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 19:22:35 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141530

A new study reveals that young children survive better with more animal protein in their diet, while adults over 60 tend to live longer when consuming more plant-based proteins.

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Can Sound Waves Curb Fat Growth? https://studyfinds.org/sound-fat-cell-growth/ https://studyfinds.org/sound-fat-cell-growth/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 18:25:05 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141524

Your body is having conversations you can't hear. At the cellular level, sound waves are creating physical reactions that could transform weight management.

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The Hidden Health Hazards of Lip Fillers https://studyfinds.org/hidden-health-risks-of-lip-fillers/ https://studyfinds.org/hidden-health-risks-of-lip-fillers/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 16:11:10 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141517

Plump, pouty lips are everywhere – from social media filters to celebrity red carpets. But behind the glossy aesthetic of lip fillers lies a growing concern among medical professionals.

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Suddenly on the Spectrum: Discovering Autism as an Adult https://studyfinds.org/discovering-autism-as-adult/ https://studyfinds.org/discovering-autism-as-adult/#respond Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:15:43 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141409

Autism is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that there are about 5,437,988 adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the United States.

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Sports Bras With Maximum Support May Actually Be Causing Back Pain https://studyfinds.org/sports-bras-maximum-support-back-pain/ https://studyfinds.org/sports-bras-maximum-support-back-pain/#respond Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:26:04 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141494

When shopping for a sports bra, do you search high and low for something with as much support as possible? You might want to reconsider.

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Your Child’s Mattress May Be Emitting Toxic Chemicals While They Sleep, Study Warns https://studyfinds.org/childs-mattress-toxic-chemicals/ https://studyfinds.org/childs-mattress-toxic-chemicals/#respond Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:28:57 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141482

Your child's mattress could be exposing them to a cocktail of harmful chemicals while they sleep.

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The 7 Keys to Sleep Health—And Why Missing Just One Could Hurt Your Heart https://studyfinds.org/7-keys-to-sleep-health-heart/ https://studyfinds.org/7-keys-to-sleep-health-heart/#respond Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:37:18 +0000 https://studyfinds.org/?p=141425

Your inconsistent sleep schedule might be a ticking time bomb for your heart. While most of us obsess over getting enough hours, new research from the American Heart Association reveals that more goes into your heart health.

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