We’re not talking about children’s literature, but research on mice and rats at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). With the help of these lab animals, scientists think they may finally have real help for patients with Alzheimer’s Disease.
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Drink your water, people!
On July - 7 - 2010Comments Off on Drink your water, people!
Everybody knows that pure good old fashioned water is good for you. Water is 2/3 of the body weight of most humans and is essential for normal cellular function. Researchers have found that water is so much more than just taking up cellular space. The effects can be subtle and very beneficial.
“Women Are Not Small Men”
On June - 30 - 2010Comments Off on “Women Are Not Small Men”
That’s the word from Dr. Martha Gulati from Northwestern Medicine. She and a team of researchers have been working on a serious question for all women who exercise: how fast can our hearts really go? The answer? Well for women it’s not the 220 – age formula posted in your gym!
Resveratrol Update: I’ll Drink to That
On June - 25 - 2010Comments Off on Resveratrol Update: I’ll Drink to That
Resveratrol shows promise as a great anti-aging compound, which is why we’ve talked about it several times. It’s found naturally in red wine as well as grapes and peanuts, and is now available in most vitamin stores as a supplement. However, some experts think it’s very difficult to get enough resveratrol into your system to have any sort of meaningful result. There is new research on resveratrol showing more benefits, and calling into question just how much is beneficial.
It’s All About the Insulin
On June - 21 - 2010Comments Off on It’s All About the Insulin
Under blue skies and enjoying cool ocean breezes in San Diego, CA, the Endocrine Society is currently holding their annual gathering, ENDO, and mulling over the latest research. This year most of the talk is about insulin, insulin resistance and weight control. New studies are being reviewed daily, including one funded by none other than Jenny Craig. Read the rest of this entry »