Benefits of oat and rye bran fibres
Oat and rye bran fibres alter gut microbiota, reducing weight gain and hepatic inflammation. In a newly published experimental study, the consumption of dietary fibre...
Lifestyle
The Lifestyle section explores the everyday choices and habits that shape our physical and mental wellbeing. From balanced nutrition and effective exercise to mental health awareness and restorative routines, it brings together expert-led insight and practical advice designed to support healthier living. Whether encouraging sustainable behaviour change, nurturing resilience, or examining how modern trends influence our wellbeing, this category offers thoughtful, accessible content to help readers live more consciously and confidently.
Covid-19: high cortisol indicates increased risk of death
COVID-19 patients with extremely high levels of the stress hormone cortisol in their blood are more likely to deteriorate quickly and die, according to new...
Cancer’s reliance on fats could lead to new ‘drugs and diet’ treatment
Cancers are often heavily reliant on breaking down fats for their growth and spread, and could be treated by a highly innovative combination of new...
Study finds cannabidiol may improve behaviour for kids with intellectual disabilities
A new peer-reviewed study using medicinal cannabidiol in children and adolecents with intellectual disabilities has found that it may reduce the severity of their behavioural...
Urine test reveals quality of your diet
Scientists have completed large-scale tests on a new type of five-minute urine test that measures the health of a person’s diet, and produces an individual’s...
Earlier menopause tied to “Forever chemicals”
In a national sample of US women in their mid-40s to mid-50s, those with high serum levels of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) were likely to...
Absinthe – the myth of the fabled green drink
A James Cook University researcher has revealed the truth behind the myth of the fabled green drink absinthe and explored the danger of the rising...
Yoga in isolation
Leah Nylander of West Coast Yoga blogs on the impact of isolation on our yoga and meditation practice for International Day of Yoga 2020 (21st...
Link between sleep and depression in adolescents
Self‐reported sleep patterns and quality amongst adolescents: cross‐sectional and prospective associations with anxiety and depression. A mere 30 minutes extra sleep a day can make...
Test improves detection of Prostate Cancer
New screening test improves detection of Prostate Cancer using circulating tumor cells and prostate-specific markers. Melbourne-based National Institute of Medicine is the first to pioneer...
