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If we had a time-lapse documentary of our nails, we might feel shocked by the dramatic differences as they change in days or weeks. As babies, our fingernails and toenails resemble perfectly shaped pink seashells. But by adulthood, our nails may have ridges, discolored areas, and other signs commonly attributed to aging but which can actually be indicative of health challenges both hidden and overt....
1/17/2025 5:00:00 AM
Dopamine is one of our natural feel-good chemicals. We’re designed to seek out pleasurable activities because we're designed to seek out the hit of dopamine we get from pleasure. But getting the right balance of it can be tricky. Why Do We Need Dopamine? Dopamine is necessary for numerous brain functions, from assisting in impulse control to regulating muscle movements. We release dopamine when we’re...
1/15/2025 5:00:00 AM
Many people want thick tresses or long, lustrous locks, but unfortunately, genetics and lifestyle choices often derail these goals. Moisturizing shampoos and strand-smoothing styling products may help improve hair’s appearance, but surface treatments can only do so much.Sometimes it’s difficult to get the hair we want no matter how often we deep condition or schedule regular trims. Genetics can leave...
1/13/2025 5:00:00 AM
On average, Americans spend nearly 3 hours on their phones each day. And that doesn’t account for all of their screen time. When you add in the amount of time spent on a computer, tablet or other electronic device, screen time increases dramatically — especially for those who spend 8 hours a day on a computer for work. It’s a sign of the times, and you may wonder why it even matters. Turns out, it...
1/13/2025 5:00:00 AM
Biologically speaking, the afternoon crash is hardwired into our systems. The body’s internal clock, or circadian rhythm, regulates sleepiness and wakefulness throughout the day and night. Unfortunately for our productivity, this rhythm has a penchant for afternoon naps.While everyone’s internal clock differs to some degree, most people are sleepiest between 2 to 4 a.m. and between 1 to 3 p.m — hence,...
1/10/2025 5:00:00 AM
Boo! Did you jump? That startle response is universal among humans — and possibly even across the animal kingdom. It can be unsettling, but it could also serve a vital purpose. So what causes us to become scared stiff? One well-known chemical in our brain appears to be responsible. Study Links Serotonin to Startle Response If fear has ever stopped you in your tracks — literally like a deer staring...
1/10/2025 5:00:00 AM
Only one girl receives an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis for every four boys. Most experts have long accepted that this is due to some genetic predisposition to the disorder that affects the two sexes differently, but there’s a good chance that doctors have gotten this all wrong—and they're starting to realize it. More and more adult women are now being diagnosed with autism, and their experiences...
1/10/2025 5:00:00 AM
Which would you trust more with your life: a human or a machine? AI is everywhere, and it is starting to be used more in medicine, too. The US Food and Drug Administration approved artificial intelligence (AI) software that can interpret medical images without the help of a doctor. An Eye for an EyeIDx-DR, developed by IDx LLC, is software that has shown it can identify diabetic retinopathy in special...
1/9/2025 5:00:00 AM
How much do we know about our personal health risks? While overall health can vary greatly between people, women are at particular risk for 5 serious health conditions. Luckily, there are proactive steps we can take to reduce our chances of joining their statistics.Women are at particular risk for heart disease, breast cancer, lung disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and complications from diabetes. By being...
1/8/2025 5:00:00 AM
Withholding information, or even flat out lying because of the fear of being called out as lying if the truth were revealed is actually a thing. In fact, in some circles, it's common practice. People lie, sometimes for some pretty ridiculous reasons. And in many cases, it turns out that people lie for the sake of honesty itself. Why Honest People Lie People generally need a reason to lie. We humans...
1/7/2025 5:00:00 AM
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