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Exploring the Connection Between Beauty and Thought: Is Deep Reflection Necessary?
Researchers tested philosopher Immanuel Kant’s hypotheses that beauty is distinct from sensuous pleasure, and that, unlike sensuous pleasure, beauty requires thought. They found partial
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: Insights, Support, and Resources
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is classified as a pervasive developmental disorder and affects as many as one out of every 68 people. It is
Impact of Exercise During Pregnancy on Fetal Heart Health
In a recent study published in PLOS ONE, researchers examined the effect of exercise during pregnancy on the fetus’ heart health. Obesity rates are
Unveiling the Truth Behind the Vitamin D Rumour: Facts and Myths Explained
Rumour: There are no negative side effects of excess vitamin D supplementation. Truth: This is false. Although vitamin D is essential for the body
Oatmeal and Gut Health: How This Superfood Enhances Your Gut Bacteria
Researchers studied whether eating oatmeal helps improve gut bacteria and lower cholesterol. In 2008 up to 39% of adults over 25 had high cholesterol
Revolutionary Metric for Acute Cough Prognosis Could Lower Antibiotic Prescriptions
Researchers recently tested a new metric for acute cough prognosis and determined whether it outperforms the former metrics. An acute cough is an important
Understanding the Link Between Severe Mental Illness and Increased Risk of Bloodborne Infections
Although the prevalence of infectious diseases is higher in people with severe mental illness, further research is lacking. A recent population-based study in Sweden
Exploring the Link Between Exercise and Reducing Heart Disease Deaths
Researchers in Spain investigated the relationship between frailty, exercise and heart disease-related and all-cause deaths in older adults. As people age, they become more
Understanding Gluten Exposure: Unintentional Gluten Consumption on a Gluten-Free Diet for Celiac Disease
A recent study analyzed previously published data to determine the quantities of gluten unintentionally consumed by celiac disease patients on a gluten-free diet. Celiac
Essential Tips for Rapidly Rehydrating Your Body After Illness
The last thing you want is to feel run down and sick, but when it comes to rehydrating your body quickly after an illness,
Evaluating the Reliability and Predictability of In-Utero MRI Findings
Researchers explored whether in-utero MRI findings are consistent and if in-utero MRI can forecast the outcome of child development. In-utero MRI has been known
Innovative Insights from the Rasagiline Trial: Pioneering New Drug Approaches for ALS Treatment
Due to a complex and poorly understood mechanism of action, only two medications are currently approved for the treatment of ALS. A multicentre trial
Understanding the Key Factors That Contribute to Autism Spectrum Disorder
Researchers studied children with ASD across geographical locations, finding the greatest link to risk being genetic factors. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) also known as
Neural Connections in Children with Autism: Understanding the Link to Symptom Severity
Reduced interest in social interactions, a hallmark of autism, is shown to be related to decreased neural connections in children with autism. Autism spectrum
Exploring the Connection Between Socially Unresponsive Bees, Autism, and Genetic Influences
There is a strong genetic basis to human autism spectrum disorders, but it has not been confirmed whether human behavioral disorders relate to insect
Finnish Doctors Reveal Couch Potato Kids Face Weaker Heart and Lung Health Risks
A recent study found that increased sedentary time and lower levels of physical activity can lead to a decrease in the regulation of the
Heart Rate and Health Outcomes: Can Your Pulse Predict Your Future?
A recent study investigated whether resting heart rate and changes in heart rate over time are associated with health outcomes such as cardiovascular disease.
Exploring the Impact of Antioxidant-Rich Vitamin Supplements on Diabetes Management
A newly published study demonstrates the effects of antioxidants from vitamin supplements including vitamin E in patients with type 2 diabetes. The food we
Influenza Increases Heart Attack Risk: What You Need to Know
Canadian researchers recently examined how a laboratory-confirmed flu infection might be linked to subsequent heart attacks. In Canada, over one million individuals become infected
Exploring the Impact of Vitamin D on Pre-eclampsia Risk During Pregnancy
Vitamin D may play a role in preventing pre-eclampsia but a synthesis of the existing evidence published in BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth suggests that