New research suggests intermittent fasting might not be effective for losing weight.
New Study Questions Effectiveness of Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss A significant review has emerged, suggesting that one of the popular weight loss trends—intermittent fasting—might not bring better results than traditional diets. This conclusion comes from a Cochrane analysis, which scrutinized 22 randomized clinical trials involving nearly 2,000 adults across various regions, including North America, […]
Research indicates that cannabis could enhance brain size and mental abilities.
Research Suggests Cannabis May Have Benefits for Brain Health Cannabis has faced scrutiny for its possible negative health impacts, but a new study indicates it might actually enhance brain volume and cognitive abilities. Conducted by researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, the study utilized data from the UK Biobank, analyzing the cannabis […]
How ‘systemic racism’ became the focus of medical research
President Trump’s recent initiative to allocate federal healthcare dollars directly to individuals instead of insurance companies highlights a growing desire for transparency and accountability in public funding. This scrutiny extends to government-funded medical research, a key component in many clinical practices. In the past few years, academic medicine has seen a rise in discussions around […]
Sound machines producing ‘pink noise’ may affect the quality of REM sleep, research shows.
Do you think a sound machine helps you sleep? It turns out it might not be as beneficial as previously thought. A new study from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania suggests that listening to pink noise while asleep can actually interfere with REM sleep, which is the stage associated with […]
Top Analyst Research Recommendations from Tuesday: Booking Holdings, On Semi, Palantir Technologies, Snap, Spotify, Qualcomm, Vistra Corp., and Others
Monday’s continuation rally provided a boost for stock market enthusiasts. Upcoming economic data, which has faced delays, could sway the current mood on Wall Street. Investors should remain cautious, as market surges can fizzle out unexpectedly. Futures are trading showed a slight decline following Monday’s rally, where major indexes maintained strong performance from the previous […]
Long COVID could cause brain changes similar to those seen in Alzheimer’s, research finds.
The aftermath of the novel coronavirus is likely to persist for a long time. It is estimated that over 20 million Americans are grappling with a debilitating condition that follows infection, often referred to as long COVID. Symptoms can include intense fatigue, breathing difficulties, chest pain, heart palpitations, dizziness, and muscle aches. Recently, new research […]
Drinking a specific amount of coffee may enhance brain health, research shows
Coffee Consumption and Dementia Risk Drinking two to three cups of coffee daily might lower your risk of developing dementia, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. American researchers examined 40 years of data from over 130,000 healthcare professionals and discovered that moderate intake of caffeinated coffee and […]
Family meals might lower the use of alcohol, drugs, and vaping among teenagers, research shows
Family Dinners Linked to Reduced Substance Use Among Teens Recent research indicates that regular family meals might help cut down on alcohol, drug, and e-cigarette use in teenagers. The study, which was published in the Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment and Trauma, suggests that sharing meals as a family can act as a deterrent for many […]
Jeffrey Epstein sought to finance telepathy research and met with a so-called ‘spoon bender’
Deepak Chopra’s Discussions with Jeffrey Epstein Deepak Chopra, the well-known New Age guru, engaged in some unusual scientific discussions with Jeffrey Epstein. Reports detail experiments that included tests for telepathy in autistic children and reactions to what were termed “erotic/violent” images. Emails made public by the Justice Department show that Epstein frequently interacted with Chopra, […]
DEI ‘Doomsday’ Policies Impact Biden’s Climate Research
Documents obtained by the government watchdog group Democracy Restored indicate that, under former President Joe Biden, officials working on a climate change study were expected to prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) when assembling their teams in 2023. Internal documents reviewed reveal that the 5th National Climate Assessment (NCA 5) communicated to staff on November […]