You’ve probably read the stories touting that eating blueberries reduces the risk of dementia, that red wine is good for your heart, or that coffee protects against type 2 diabetes – or, indeed, many of the other great health claims for a particular “superfood.” But what is the truth in these statements? While we, a … Read more
In an unexpected move, the California Department of Mental Health Care has informed Kaiser Permanente that it will examine whether the company is providing adequate mental health care services to its 9.4 million California members. “This non-routine survey is based on complaints received from members, providers and other stakeholders regarding the plan’s behavioral health operations,” … Read more
While the mental health of many Americans worsened during the pandemic, a recent UAB study found that the rise in symptoms of depression and anxiety was greater in black, Hispanic and Asian communities. While the mental health of many Americans worsened during the pandemic, a recent UAB study found that the rise in symptoms of … Read more
A research study on ways to combat depression has revealed that people who play team sports, cycling, aerobics or go to the gym every day have better mental health than those who don’t. The study published in The Lancet Psychiatry journal in 2018 says that exercising for 45 minutes three to five times a week … Read more
We’ve all heard those people who say “running gives you a high” or “exercise is addictive,” but for many of us, it’s hard to love exercise. Some might even say they hate it, fear it, or that the idea of going to the gym makes them anxious. Why do some of us hate exercise? And … Read more
A new nationally representative study published online in the International Journal of Applied Positive Psychology found that two out of five adults (42%) with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) had excellent mental health. To be considered in excellent mental health, participants had to report: no mental illness in the past year (ie, substance use disorders, … Read more
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A new study has found that those who went to private school in England were no happier with their lives in their 20s than their state-educated peers. The results of the study were published in the Cambridge Journal of Education. Previous work has shown that students from private schools obtain better academic results than those … Read more
Findings from global brand building agency Healthy Marketing Team (HMT), considered what is expected to influence consumer choices of food and health products in 2022. It identified categories such as: Food & Supplements, Sports Nutrition , Plant-Based and Climate and Self-Care. The purpose of the analysis HMT, which specializes in food and health, compiled the … Read more