Tag: obesity
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Kimbal Musk Starts the Million Gardens Movement to Help Feed Families
Kimbal Musk, brother of multi-millionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, recently started the Million Gardens Movement to help feed families. The organization aims to become the world’s largest gardener community, helping to fight food insecurity, which affects millions globally. Launched earlier this year, the Million Gardens Movement hopes to inspire a happier, healthier world through gardening initiatives.…
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Scientists Explain How Nature Has A Positive Impact On Your Wellness
In today’s modern world, the act of spending time in nature is becoming less and less common. While many people still enjoy visiting parks, going on hikes, and being around flora and fauna, few can deny that the human race has made more movement towards indoor life in recent times. But what if this was…
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Psychologist Discovers How Your Brain Can Make You Overeat
A new study conducted by a 10-member team of scientists revealed what causes people to overeat. The research team included Sergio Iñiguez, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology at The University of Texas at El Paso. Iñiguez directed UTEP’s Iñiguez Behavioral Neuroscience Lab and helped formulate experimental techniques for the study Brandon Warren, Ph.D., assistant professor…
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11 Ways Emotional Trauma May Harm Your Health
Have you experienced emotional trauma? Traumatic events happen to everyone in life. Whether it be the tragic loss of a loved one or a cheating spouse, it’s hard to get over being hurt. In many instances, trauma causes physical problems like a broken arm or leg, but physical issues will heal. It’s the emotional and…
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Researchers Find a Link Between Less Brain Plasticity and Obesity
Obesity is an ever-increasing concern in the United States. Besides being dangerous to your heart health, new research shows that obesity affects your brain’s ability to function. Here’s what researchers are saying about losing brain plasticity and being obese. A September 24, 2020 article on Science Daily shares a study published in Brain Sciences. It…