The American Heart Association reminds us that avoiding prepackaged, prepared, and processed foods is the best way to drop sodium.... Read More
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Can Bright Light Fight Dementia?
Compared with usual treatment, patients with dementia who received phototherapy had significant improvements in cognitive function.... Read More
3 Reasons to Sleep!
Short sleep (under five hours) increased diabetes risk by 1.5 times. The risk was increased by nearly 1.2 times for those sleeping fewer than six hours.... Read More
Gardening As Exercise
“A safe and calm garden helps soothe a child with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A child with ADHD functions better in a neat and orderly environment. A garden that exhibits order and structure will be beneficial.”... Read More
Sleep and Stroke Risk
Though sleep needs vary from person to person, most adults require between seven and nine hours of sleep per night. Yet, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than one in three adults in the United States doesn’t get enough sleep.... Read More
Magnesium and Your Brain
Magnesium is a crucial mineral that plays a vital role in numerous physiological processes in the human body. This essential nutrient is required for the proper functioning of the heart, muscles, and nervous system and also helps regulate blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and energy metabolism. ... Read More