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New theories of depression offer renewed hope

New theories of depression offer renewed hope

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Major depressive illness is a devastating condition affecting not only the individual, but also family and friends around them. New research has recently shed light on one potential cause, and the findings may potentially offer new hope for many sufferers. A medical research team in Canada have studied brain scans of 20 people diagnosed with depression for signs of brain inflammation, and compared them to healthy controls. They found that immune cells present in the brain, called migroglia, which play…

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Binge TV watching linked to loneliness and depression

Binge TV watching linked to loneliness and depression

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Many of us love a good TV drama, but with the rise of TV internet sites and increasing popularity of TV box sets, it is becoming easier than ever to sit through long periods of your favourite TV show, often foregoing other activities. The dangers of this type of inactivity are well-documented, but new findings from researchers at Texas University have found further reasons why binge-watching is not good for your health. Namely loneliness and depression are strongly linked to…

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‘Love your liver’ campaign calls for universal screening

‘Love your liver’ campaign calls for universal screening

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With deaths from liver disease up a reported 400 per cent since the 1980s, the British Liver Trust is calling on the UK Government to introduce liver screening tests for all, to help save both lives and millions of pounds in NHS health costs. Liver disease is now listed as the third most common cause of premature death in the UK, with the average age of death from the disease being only 57 years old. Drinking alcohol, obesity and hepatitis…

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Probiotics shown to benefit children with peanut butter allergy

Probiotics shown to benefit children with peanut butter allergy

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There is renewed hope for many children with severe and life-threatening allergies, following the results from a clinical trial in Australia. Researchers recruited 60 children with a peanut allergy to receive either a daily dose of a probiotic together with peanut protein, or a placebo over a period of 18 months. The amount of the probiotic given daily remained the same, while the dose of peanut protein was gradually increased over the trial period. At the end of the study,…

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ADHD linked to common pesticides

ADHD linked to common pesticides

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is increasingly being diagnosed in young children, with an estimated 11 per cent of children having the most common symptoms, which include an inability to sit still, pay attention or follow directions. A new study from a collaboration of universities in America has put forward evidence suggesting that a common pesticide may be responsible for increasing the risk of ADHD. Pyrethroid pesticide has been shown to alter the development of the brain’s dopamine system,…

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Solgar Whey to Go® Protein Powder

Solgar Whey to Go® Protein Powder

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Although traditionally seen as a food for athletes and sports people, more and more people are starting to recognise the value of whey protein. From children to seniors, the whole family can take advantage of this tasty natural food. Solgar Whey to Go® Protein Powder is an all-natural milk-derived, high-quality protein source that is low in fat and calories. It is free of artificial flavours and sweeteners, salt and starch. Additionally, it is manufactured from cows not treated with rBGH…

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Minerals shown to improve mood in women

Minerals shown to improve mood in women

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Unfortunately in our society, low mood and anxiety are common symptoms experienced daily by many women. A new review paper has recently explored the effectiveness of increasing iron and zinc levels for improving mood and cognition, with encouraging results. The authors identified eleven studies assessing the impact of iron and zinc supplements on mood and cognitive functioning such as depression, anxiety, irritability, attention, memory, psychomotor skills and concentration in women aged between 12 and 55 years old. The review found…

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Dangers of Energy Drinks for Kids Highlighted

Dangers of Energy Drinks for Kids Highlighted

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The potential negative health effects of regularly drinking caffeinated energy drinks are in the spotlight following the recent publication of a Danish report. The investigation conducted by the National Food Institute found that consumption of the drinks by children very quickly resulted in children exceeding the maximum recommended level of caffeine, which is currently 2.5mg per kg of body weight per day. The researchers found that 42 per cent of consumers experienced negative side-effects such as insomnia, heart palpitations and…

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How accurate is the modern Paleo diet?

How accurate is the modern Paleo diet?

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New food fads and diets seem to be regularly introduced, and one of the most popular in recent years has been the Paleo diet, where people are encouraged to eat as our ancestors did in Paleolithic times. However, a new study has questioned how accurate this diet really is, and has suggested that none of the foods eaten during Paleolithic times are available today. The team propose a true Paleo diet would have been incredibly varied and solely dependent on…

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A call for more to be done about the health of young adults

A call for more to be done about the health of young adults

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A recent report published in America has prompted an urgent call to action to address a worrying decline in the health of young adults. The US report, entitled “Investing in the health and wellbeing of young adults”, has highlighted the declining health of 18-26 year-olds due to high rates of sexually transmitted diseases and unhealthy lifestyle choices such as poor diet, smoking, binge drinking and substance misuse, with the current generation also being the first to experience the effects of…

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