|
Thursday, 25 March 2010 19:06 |
|
Previous studies have proposed that certain psychological factors, as well as social isolation, may contribute to the development of Alzheimer's disease. Patricia A. Boyle, from Rush University Medical Center (Illinois, USA), and colleagues explored whether purpose, defined as a "psychological tendency to derive meaning from life's experiences and to possess a sense of intentionality and goal directedness that guides behavior," can beneficially protect against Alzheimer’s Disease. Click here for the story. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
|
|
Wednesday, 24 March 2010 08:07 |
|
We are a stressed out society. Between work, the kids, our spouses, the house, and everything else it is easy to see how our state of mind can affect our health. Yet we are often unconscious of this reality. It is estimated that 2/3 of visits to primary care providers are for stress related symptoms. Next time you’re in the doctor’s office look to your right, and left, there is a good chance that these people’s issues are either caused or exacerbated by stress. So it stands to reason that good psychological health will help greatly in our efforts to achieve general wellness. Click here for the article. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
|
Tuesday, 23 March 2010 12:12 |
|
Omega-3 fatty acids (such as those found in salmon) may help you remain sharp into old age and may help protect against some psychiatric disorders. Fish is brain food! Click here for the article. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
|
Monday, 22 March 2010 07:57 |
|
 That cup of joe might do more than just wake you up and help you face the morning. It might actually help protect your brain. According to one study in the UK one cup of coffee a day might cut your risk of stroke by 30%. Click here for the article. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
|
Friday, 19 March 2010 11:50 |
|
 Mississippi and Vermont could only be more different if they were in other countries. One is flat as a pancake and one has the topography of crumpled newspaper. They are on opposite ends of the "health spectrum" too. Despite being home to Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Vermont is the healthiest state in the Union. Mississippians are however pulling up the rear, dead last, so to speak. Where does your state fall? Click here for the story ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
|
|
|
|
<< Start < Prev 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Next > End >>
|
|
Page 5 of 25 |
