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Yo-Yo Ma Finds His Way Back to Nature Through Music
This superstar cellist’s latest project, which has taken him to America’s national parks, aims to…
Scientists Break 30 Years of Cuddling Research
Oxytocin, often lauded as the “hug hormone,” might not be necessary to induce affection. Of…
Coffee and Healthy Longevity
Large observational study concludes mild to moderate intake of ground, instant and/or decaffeinated coffee should…
Nature as Medicine
Why green and blue spaces matter . . . Going for a walk in a…
World’s Longest Development Study Identifies Key to Happiness
adapted from an interview with Harvard study director, Robert Waldinger, M.D. What is the Harvard…
What Causes Procrastination and How to Face It
Study demonstrates two ways to tackle procrastination: setting reminders and envisioning your future self. As…
Reverse Psychological Age and Get Happier with AI
adapted from an article in Forbes “We can generate preferences in older people that resemble…
Brain Cells Slow Us Down When We’re Sick
Sickness behaviors have been shown to play an important role in an animal’s recovery from…
Omega-3s and Brain Health
Consuming higher levels of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) is associated with larger hippocampal volumes…
Pumping Iron and Longevity in Older Adults
Older adults who take part in regular weightlifting – either with or without moderate to…
Healthy Diet Can Extend Life At Any Age
No matter how old you are, or how much junk food you consume, it’s never…