Tag: Sleep
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Sleep, From Sea to Sense: Jellyfish Reveal Sleep’s Ancient Purpose
Ancient Sleep, Modern Insight Sleep is a universal behavior we associate with humans and many animals, but its roots extend far deeper in the tree of life than most people realize. A groundbreaking study examining jellyfish and sea anemones—creatures among the earliest with nervous systems—suggests that sleep’s core function emerged hundreds of millions of years…
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BIU Jellyfish Study Reveals Fundamental Driver of Sleep
How Sleep Began: A Deep Dive into Ancient Nervous Systems Sleep is a universal human habit, but its roots run far deeper than human history. A groundbreaking study from Bar-Ilan University (BIU) suggests that the earliest nervous systems, found in jellyfish and sea anemones, reveal a fundamental driver of sleep that predates complex brains. This…
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8 Easy Ways to Reset Your Sleep in January
Why January Is the Perfect Time to Reset Your Sleep The holiday season can throw off our internal clock. Late nights, indulgent meals, and disrupted routines often leave us feeling groggy as January arrives. The good news is you can reset your sleep with practical, sustainable steps that fit into everyday life. Here are eight…
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How to Support Your Body’s Natural Detox Processes
Understanding the Body’s Detox System Your body already has built‑in detox mechanisms that work daily to remove waste and toxins. The liver processes chemicals, the kidneys filter blood, the lungs expel carbon dioxide, the skin sweats to release salts and waste, and the gut helps eliminate what we don’t need. Rather than chasing dramatic detox…
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Five lifestyle tweaks to help you live well for longer
Five science-backed tweaks to help you live well for longer Growing older doesn’t have to mean slowing down. Small, evidence-based changes can accumulate into meaningful gains in energy, memory, and overall well-being. Here are five lifestyle tweaks you can start today to help you live well for longer. 1. Move more and build strength Regular…
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Wellness Trends Worth Taking into the New Year (and Some That Aren’t)
Introduction: Sorting the Wellness Noise The start of a new year is a natural moment to reassess health goals. But the wellness world often floods us with flashy trends that promise easy fixes. This guide separates the signals from the noise, highlighting trends with tangible benefits and cautionary notes on those that may be overhyped…
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Wellness Trends Worth Trying in the New Year: A Practical Guide
Introduction: Cutting through the wellness clutter The wellness landscape exploded last year with a flood of trends promising quick fixes and transformative results. While some ideas were genuinely beneficial, others were fleeting fads. As you plan for the new year, it’s smart to cherry-pick what fits your lifestyle, backed by evidence and practical daily routines.…
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Five lifestyle factors could keep brain eight years younger
New findings suggest small habits can make a big difference for the brain Emerging research indicates that a handful of everyday lifestyle choices may help keep the brain functioning more youthfully. In practical terms, these five factors could potentially make your brain behave as if it were eight years younger than your chronological age. While…
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Five lifestyle factors that could keep your brain eight years younger
Introduction: Your brain, your years New research suggests that everyday choices can influence how young your brain feels and functions. While aging is inevitable, certain lifestyle habits may help preserve cognitive health and potentially make your brain operate as if it were eight years younger. Here are five practical factors backed by recent findings, explained…
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Five lifestyle factors could keep your brain eight years younger
Can daily choices slow brain aging? New research suggests that adopting a handful of straightforward lifestyle habits could help keep your brain functioning at a younger level. While aging is inevitable, the study indicates that certain routines might make cognitive aging feel eight years lighter. Here’s a practical guide to the five factors and how…