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The Positive Power of Aging: How Beliefs, Diet, and Lifestyle Can Improve Memory, Health, and Happiness

Positive Beliefs About Aging are Good for Memory Recovery - WebMD WebMD Positive beliefs about aging give older people a 30% better chance of recovering ... As you become accustomed to the added physical activity, ... Time out: We all need a three-day weekend - ScienceDaily ScienceDaily engaged in 13 per cent more moderate-to-vigorous physical activity ... can have a range of positive effects on our physical and mental health. Study Examines Connection Between Diet and Lupus Progression Lupus Foundation of America Disease activity and other metrics were observed between the two groups. The researchers found that lupus-prone mice on a high-fat diet had faster . Yogurt intake may be associated with a lower risk of obesity during the menopausal transition In this prospective cohort study, higher yogurt intake was associated with lower weight gain and obesity risk in women during the menopausal transition. Additionally,

Why do some people feel sleepy when the room temperature is low?

Original Article  CMS-Wellness Uptodate   Have you ever find yourself sleepy or drowsy in a cold room, especially during a meeting or presentation? You are not alone. Many people experience the same thing, and it can be frustrating when you want to focus and stay alert. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind why some people feel sleepy in a cold room and what can be done to prevent it. The Circadian Rhythm and Temperature: The body’s natural sleep-wake cycle, or circadian rhythm, is influenced by changes in temperature. As the body prepares for sleep, its core temperature naturally decreases, and a drop in room temperature can mimic this natural drop and make you feel sleepy. This is why it is recommended to keep the bedroom temperature slightly cooler for better sleep quality.Melatonin Production in Response to Temperature: Being in a cold environment may also cause your body to produce more melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate sleep. Melatonin is released in respons

TV, Burnout, ageing, being in shape

Does less TV time lower your risk for dementia? - Harvard Health Harvard Health More  physical activity  and less time watching TV is best for the body. But how does television time affect risk for declines in memory and ... How To Recover From Burnout: New Study Holds Surprises - Forbes Forbes Burnout is a big deal—and it often goes along with mental health challenges ... Interestingly,  physical activity  was correlated with recovery, ... As you age, your healthy daily step goals may change - The Washington Post The Washington Post ... a  physical activity  researcher and assistant professor of kinesiology ... This may be because a certain amount of exercise, such as walking a ... How long does it take to get fit again after falling 'out of shape'? - Fortune Fortune ... aging, while total body mass and fat mass increase, according to a 2009 study published in the European Review of Aging and  Physical Activity .

Stress? Not bad at all.

Stress is commonly viewed as having negative consequences, and most interventions focus on reducing stressors. However, avoiding stress can lead to missed opportunities for growth and performance. Optimizing stress responses can be a more effective approach during stressful situations. This can be done through  stress appraisals, and  stress mindsets, which can help to promote adaptive, approach-motivated responses. By perceiving stress responses as functional and adaptive, and seeing the opportunity inherent in stress, stress can be optimized. Integrating reappraisal and mindset models can maximize the effectiveness of stress optimization. A deeper understanding is needed to understand how stress responses impact outcomes in education, organizations, and clinical science. Source:  Jamieson JP, Crum AJ, Goyer JP, Marotta ME, Akinola M. Optimizing stress responses with reappraisal and mindset interventions: an integrated model. Anxiety Stress Coping. 2018 May;31(3):245-261. doi: 10.1080

Social Exercise, Weird Paleo: Keys to a Longer, Healthier Life

  Exercise may reduce negative effects of unhealthy sleep duration on longevity European Society of Cardiology Sophia Antipolis, 30 March 2023: Sleeping too little or too long is linked with a shorter life, but scientists have found that physical activity ... Exercise with a buddy. Your brain will thank you for it. - The Washington Post The Washington Post Regular social exercise may counter physical inactivity and low social ... Physical activity can change the structure of the brain through ... A surprising food may have been a staple of the real Paleo diet: rotten meat - Science News Science News Carbohydrate-fueled energy helped to maintain large brains, enable strenuous physical activity and ensure healthy pregnancies for both Neandertals . Parkinson's disease symptoms disappeared with exercise, man claims: 'Use it or lose it' Yahoo News Researchers found that those who participated in any type of physical activity showed "mild to large improvements" in motor

The Income Gap and Physical Activity. New Research Highlights the Role of Microbiome in Motivation.

  The Income Gap Is Becoming a Physical-Activity Divide - The New York Times The New York Times The Income Gap Is Becoming a Physical-Activity Divide. Nationwide, poor children and adolescents are participating far less in sports and fitness ... Participants sought for physical activity research study | E-News | West Virginia University WVU ENews - West Virginia University We are seeking adults to participate in a research study to examine an intervention to increase physical activity in people who are currently ... Feel like a slug? You may have the wrong exercise mind-set. - The Washington Post The Washington Post A new study shows that thinking you're failing at exercise is bad for your ... They felt “that their physical activity level was more adequate and ... Why do some love to exercise? It might be their microbiome. - National Geographic National Geographic Some mice have microbes in their guts that motivate them to exercise more, ... how gut bacteria could affect motivation

Kisspeptin may be a potential treatment for low sexual desire in men and women

  Injections of the reproductive hormone kisspeptin may be a potential treatment for low sexual desire in men and women, according to two small randomized controlled trials.  The studies suggest that kisspeptin can increase sexual desire and penile rigidity in men, as well as restore sexual and attraction brain processing in women.  The trials provide proof of concept for the development of kisspeptin-based therapeutics for individuals with hypoactive sexual desire disorder, which affects up to 10% of women and 8% of men worldwide and leads to psychological and social harm.  Hormone Shot May Boost Libido JAMA Netw Open. Published online February 3, 2023. Full article JAMA Netw Open. Published online October 26, 2022. Full article Future studies should examine the use of kisspeptin for patients with erectile dysfunction.