Blend of reishi and four other mushrooms could reduce anxiety, says 12-week RCT
There were also significant reductions in physical fatigue. The mix, commercially available under the name Restake, consists of…
Camera-based technology measures cardiopulmonary coupling without physical sensors
From a physiological perspective, heartbeats and breathing do not operate independently in the human body. Cardiac rhythm varies…
Sedentary adulthood increases biological stress levels by middle age
Prolonged insufficient physical activity in adulthood increases the body’s stress burden, according to a large longitudinal study…
Wildfire smoke in late pregnancy may raise autism risk
A study of more than 200,000 mother-child pairs finds that repeated days of wildfire smoke during late pregnancy…
Unlocking microbial secrets for health on Earth and beyond
Microorganisms live in biofilms – the equivalent of microbial “cities”- everywhere on Earth. These city-like structures protect and…
Sperm RNA aging shift that may explain paternal age effects
A newly revealed “aging cliff” in sperm RNA marks a conserved molecular transition from youth to later life,…
Algae may help meet future protein demand without straining the planet
From high-quality protein to omega-3s and antioxidants, algae emerge as a promising but carefully qualified solution for future…
Teen girls who play organized sports show lower breast cancer risk biomarkers
A study of Black and Hispanic adolescent girls shows that even modest participation in organized sports is associated…
Ashwagandha aids recovery without blunting training stress in athletes
A controlled trial in team-sport athletes suggests Ashwagandha may help maintain hormonal balance and support recovery and power…
Houston ranks No. 4 among most anxious cities in US, study finds
HOUSTON – Getting back into everyday routines after the holiday break can be stressful, and for many people…
Avera Medical Minute: Signs of Burnout
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – If you’re feeling overwhelmed, drained, or even stressed, you may be…
Study connects adolescent exercise with breast cancer risk biomarkers
Recreational physical activity may be associated with breast tissue composition and biomarkers of stress in adolescent girls, according…