Why one long walk may be better than many short ones
How you walk may matter just as much as how much you walk. A large UK study tracking more than 33,000 low-activity adults found that people who grouped their daily steps into longer, uninterrupted walks had dramatically lower risks of early death and heart disease than those who moved in short, scattered bursts.
Eating Nuts May Help Reduce Food Cravings, Promote Weight Management
A new study says swapping high carb snacks for nuts can help curb cravings for sweets and promote weight management. Participants who made the switch also tended to eat more protein.
Study links full-fat cheese to lower dementia risk
Eating full-fat cheese and cream may be associated with a lower risk of dementia, according to a large study that tracked people for more than 25 years. Those who consumed higher amounts of these foods developed dementia less often than those who ate little or none. Interestingly, low-fat dairy products did not show the same pattern. Researchers caution that the findings show an association, not cause and effect.
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Artificial intelligence helps decode the neuroscience of dance
Researchers combined functional MRI scans with advanced artificial intelligence to show how the human brain integrates sound and motion, uncovering distinct neural signatures in professional dancers.
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Melanoma rates are spiking fast in these 15 Pennsylvania counties
Penn State scientists identified a striking rise in melanoma across several Pennsylvania counties dominated by cropland and herbicide use. The elevated risk persisted even after factoring in sunlight, suggesting an environmental influence beyond the usual expectations. Researchers warn that drifting chemicals may expose nearby residents, not just farm workers.