Oct 28, 2025
- About 12.4% of older adults today exhibit signs of ultraprocessed food addiction, with the highest rates in those ages 50 to 64
- Ultraprocessed means industrial formulations — not just “anything packaged.” Think sweetened cereals, instant noodles, snack bars, sodas, flavored yogurts, and many “healthy” frozen...
Oct 28, 2025
- Antidepressant use during pregnancy disrupts fetal brain development and increases the risk of long-term mental health problems in children
- Babies exposed to SSRI antidepressants in the womb often suffer withdrawal symptoms at birth, including weak muscle tone, poor feeding, and breathing difficulties
- Research shows...
Oct 28, 2025
- PM2.5 particles increase dementia risk by 8% for every 5 micrograms per cubic meter increase. These ultrafine particles travel directly to the brain through nasal pathways
- Long-term exposure to fine particulate matter doubles brain aneurysm rupture risk, with damage accumulating over three to six months rather than...
Oct 27, 2025
- Beyond visible weight gain, hidden fat can build up in organs and muscles, quietly influencing long-term health
- A recent study published in the European Heart Journal found that where fat collects in your body is closely tied to how quickly your cardiovascular system ages
- The study showed that visceral fat, liver fat,...
Oct 27, 2025
- Osteoporosis affects 10 million Americans, and research shows resistance training effectively builds bone density by creating mechanical stress that signals bone-building cells to strengthen skeletal structure
- Weightlifting (80% to 85% of your 1 rep max) performed two to three times weekly produces the greatest bone...