Low-calorie Diets Slow Down the Aging Process as Much as Quitting Smoking

December 31, 2023 Diet,Video

By Study Finds Low-calorie diets could slow down the pace of aging and have as much of an impact on health as quitting smoking, a new study suggests. Researchers at Columbia University say eating less calories slows down the aging process by two to three percent. This translates to a 10 to 15-percent drop in […]

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Revolutionary Device Pulls Water from the Air to Save World’s Driest Communities

December 17, 2023 Environment

By Study Finds A new device that extracts water from the air using solar power offers a potential solution for the world’s driest regions, scientists say. This atmospheric water harvesting technology utilizes a super hygroscopic gel known for its exceptional ability to swell and trap salt. The prototype, equipped with desorption and condensation chambers, has […]

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20 Minutes of Mindful Yoga Can Lead to Better Sleep and Memory

December 15, 2023 Health And Wellness,Video

By Study Finds Just 20 minutes of yoga can lead to better sleep and enhanced memory, new research explains. Scientists say that practicing yoga nidra, a type of mindfulness training, can improve sleep, cognitive abilities, learning, and memory, even for beginners. Yoga nidra, in contrast to more active yoga styles that emphasize physical postures, breathing, […]

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You Could Soon be Drinking Lab-grown Coffee — Without Knowing the Difference

December 13, 2023 Natural Living,Video

By Study Finds Natural Blaze Editor’s Note — this article is NOT presented as an endorsement of science taking over coffee production based on the highly debatable climate change debate; it’s only to inform readers of what is being planned. We should know by now that once food is given over to purely laboratory creations, […]

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Popular Artificial Sweetener Erythritol Increases Heart Attack and Stroke Risk

December 9, 2023 Diet

By Study Finds A popular artificial sweetener common in keto diet products may increase heart attack and stroke risk, a new study claims. Erythritol is a common substitute for sugar in low-calorie, low-carb, and keto diet products, but researchers from the Cleveland Clinic now say it could be doing more harm than good. A keto […]

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Just 20 Minutes of Exercise Can Boost Brain Function After Poor Night’s Sleep

December 7, 2023 Uncategorized,Video

By Study Finds Just 20 minutes of exercise can help restore brain function after suffering the impact of a poor night’s sleep, a new study reveals. Scientists in the U.K. have found that mental performance improves during moderately intensive exercise, regardless of a person’s sleep status or oxygen levels. Recent research shows that 40 percent […]

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We Finally Know Why Eating Yogurt Helps Prevent Mental Health Problems

December 1, 2023 Diet,Video

By Study Finds Can eating yogurt help stave off mental disorders? Researchers from the University of Virginia School of Medicine believe so. In a new study, scientists discovered that a common bacterium found in fermented foods and yogurt, called Lactobacillus, plays a crucial role in managing stress, potentially aiding in preventing conditions like depression and […]

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Pill Derived from Coffee Grounds Could Prevent Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s Diseases

November 25, 2023 Diet

By Study Finds Your morning cup of coffee might hold the key to curing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. A recent study suggests that treated coffee grounds could be key in preventing the debilitating neurodegenerative conditions. The discovery, made by a team of researchers at the University of Texas at El Palso, shows that these grounds, […]

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Ultra-processed Foods are Covered in Substances Linked to Mouth and Throat Cancers

November 24, 2023 Diet,Video

By Study Finds Consuming a high amount of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may lead to an increased risk of mouth and throat cancers, a new study warns. The research, which analyzed the dietary habits and lifestyles of nearly half a million individuals over more than a decade, finds that those who ingested more UPFs were at […]

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Not Just Sugar: Always Adding Salt to Food Increases Type 2 Diabetes Risk

November 2, 2023 Diet,Video

By Study Finds  Bland may be better when it comes to your health. People who always add salt to their food increase their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by nearly 40 percent, new research warns. Studies continue to show that excessive sugar intake is bad for your health, but researchers say this is the […]

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Disturbing Link Discovered Between Popular Weed Killers and Child Brain Dysfunction

October 12, 2023 Natural Living,Video

By Study Finds Researchers from the University of California-San Diego have found a disturbing connection between exposure to certain herbicides and decreased brain function among teenagers. Herbicides are commonly used chemicals meant to kill unwanted plants and are commonly found in farming, households, and industrial settings. The study analyzed urine samples of 519 adolescents between […]

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We’re Swimming in Glitter: Over 8 Million Metric Tons of Tiny Plastics Found in Oceans

October 10, 2023 Environment,Video

By Study Finds Festive glitter, a common ingredient in makeup, greeting cards, and holiday decorations, may have a darker side than its shiny surface suggests. Researchers from the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil have found that glitter can negatively impact aquatic organisms vital to underwater ecosystems, with several million metric tons winding up […]

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Drinking this Kind of Tea Daily Slashes Diabetes Risk by More Than 25%

October 3, 2023 Uncategorized

By StudyFinds Drinking tea daily could reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by more than a quarter, according to a new study. Compared to non-tea drinkers, individuals who drank dark tea had at least a 28-percent lower likelihood of being diagnosed with the condition. Additionally, their risk of developing prediabetes decreased by 15 […]

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Happy Campers: People Who Vacation in Nature Benefit Mentally and Emotionally

October 1, 2023 Environment,Health And Wellness,Video

By Study Finds If you’re looking for a mood booster, you might want to grab a tent and some marshmallows. A survey finds people who engage in camping are generally happier than those who don’t. A comprehensive analysis of 10,992 participants reveals that 48 percent of campers feel happy nearly every day, in stark contrast […]

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Working Out Between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. Means You Lose More Weight

September 19, 2023 Health And Wellness,Video

By Study Finds Want to lose weight? It’s time to become an early riser. A new study finds engaging in moderate to vigorous exercise between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. is the optimal time for weight loss. Researchers from Franklin Pierce University found that individuals who worked out in the early morning displayed a lower […]

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Mediterranean Diet Could be Key to Stopping Alzheimer’s Disease from Developing

March 14, 2023 Diet

By Study Finds As eating and weight-loss fads come and go, one diet continues to show positive benefits for human health — the Mediterranean diet. Now, a new study on the brain reveals people sticking with this diet are protecting themselves from dementia. Researchers in Germany find the Mediterranean diet, rich in fish, vegetables, and […]

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These 8 Simple Habits Can Unlock Your Personal “fountain of youth”

March 13, 2023 Health And Wellness

By Study Finds Sticking to eight simple, heart-healthy habits can help people reach a ripe old age, new research reveals. Dubbed “Life’s Essential 8” (LE8), a team working with the American Heart Association says they hold the key to a modern-day “fountain of youth.” The main healthy tips include eating healthily, not smoking, and getting […]

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Wake Up, Get Thin! Morning Exercise Leads to Burning More Calories

February 15, 2023 Health And Wellness

By Study Finds Morning gym-goers reap more rewards and burn more calories, a new study explains. Through an experiment involving mice, researchers in Sweden say the animals have a higher metabolism if they exercise earlier in the day. Moreover, scientists add this is also the case in humans. Biological processes work differently depending on the […]

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Common Chemical in Shampoo and Soap Sends Women’s Risk of Diabetes Skyrocketing

February 9, 2023 Health And Wellness

By Study Finds A common chemical in personal hygiene products like soap and shampoo can raise a woman’s risk of developing diabetes by over 60 percent, new research reveals. Researchers from the University of Michigan say those with higher levels of phthalates in their urine are 30 to 63 percent more likely to develop the […]

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Meditation Can Alter Human Microbiome, Improve Gut Health

January 22, 2023 Health And Wellness

By Study Finds Deep-breathing techniques are known to have a positive impact on stress levels, but scientists are reporting another significant benefit for the body. Trendy mindfulness practices, including deep meditation, can boost good bacteria in the gut, a new study reveals. A team from Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine say a study […]

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