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A study from Japan has found that daily supplements of L-theanine, an amino acid found in tea, may help people with anxiety also focus on their daily activities. A win-win for many with a dual diagnosis of anxiety with attention deficits. Read More: https://bit.ly/3ZrTVhr

Olivia Munn was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer last year and soon after had a double mastectomy as part of her treatment, the actress said. Munn, 43, said she was given the diagnosis two months after negative results on a test that checked for 90 cancer genes. Read more: https://nyti.ms/49SLG42

“I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I hope by sharing this it will help others find comfort, inspiration and support on their own journey.”

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Take the opportunity whenever you can. You won’t be sorry. 💙 ~ Nanea

David Bloom’s sudden death was caused by a ‘silent killer.’ Know the signs

17 foods that lower blood pressure — and which foods to avoid

Zero calorie sweetener linked to heart attack and stroke, study finds | CNN

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Staying hydrated is linked to lower risk for disease, faster aging and early death, study finds | CNN

Be comfortable in your own skin.
Know who you are.

Understand deeply that what people do is never a reflection of you and is always their perception of life.

You are not for everyone and they are not always for you.

When you are not included, invited, or considered, whisper to yourself, “Thank you for the space necessary in my life for the people that matter most to me. I am blessed.” 💚

(Release the desire to be a superhero this holiday season, and strive to be the most well-taken care of version of you.-Michelle Maros)

A FODMAP-lowering diet was moderately more effective than antispasmodic medication for improving symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome in a primary care–based trial. https://jwat.ch/3G5buOf

Programmed For Depression? | Mental Health | Andrew Weil, M.D. A large study from the UK has associated the disruption of internal body clocks with major depression, bipolar disorder, loneliness, mood swings, lower levels of happiness and satisfaction.

This is what anaphylaxis looks like: Mom raises awareness after child's allergic reaction A 3-year-old girl was in a doctor's office being tested for a tree nut allergy. At first it seemed like she was having only a mild reaction.

A reader asked: Are there any proven treatments for low libido in women? Here's what experts say. https://nyti.ms/37yzUAx

Even mild COVID-19 is linked to brain damage, scans show The new British research is the first to reveal striking differences in areas of the brain based on scans taken before and after a coronavirus infection.

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LDL cholesterol: How low can you (safely) go? - Harvard Health Lowering LDL cholesterol has been shown to lower risk of cardiovascular disease. Recent studies have suggested that more aggressive goals for LDL levels in people who already have CVD can decrease ...

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Alzheimer's-like changes found in COVID patients' brains; flu shot, mRNA booster safe together

Cataract Surgery May Reduce Your Dementia Risk Older adults who had cataract removal to restore their vision had a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

Even Mild Covid-19 Can Cause Brain Dysfunction And Cognitive Issues The research provides new clues as to why some people with long Covid experience long-term cognitive issues after being infected with the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus.

“Giving mothers an unconditional cash gift of $333 each month may result in their children displaying increased brain activity, according to a study of 1,000 low-income mother-infant groups published Monday by the Proceedings of the National Academies of Sciences, reinforcing previous research linking childhood poverty to differences in brain structure and function.”

Giving Moms Money Can Boost Babies’ Brain Activity, Study Finds A monthly gift of $333 increased brain activity associated with better language, cognitive and social-emotional skills.

TikTok loves this hack for hair growth — and it actually works The ingredient is expert-approved.

Can a low-FODMAP diet help your digestive issues? A registered dietitian answers six common questions about the low-FODMAP diet.

Where Do Your Spices Come From? I visited a spice farm in Zanzibar, an archipelago off the east coast of Tanzania. Here's what I learned.

Doctor urges women to listen to their bodies after spotting her own tumor Back pain, bloating, caused urogynecologist Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald to ask for an ultrasound. Her tumor was benign but she hopes women stop ignoring pain.

This simple at-home test may help detect subtle signs of dementia A new study suggests that a simple test that anyone can take on their own may be able to detect subtle signs of dementia.

What Happens If I Test Positive For Covid-19 While Traveling?