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Taking probiotics may reduce negative mood, according to a new clinical trial. The results build on evidence showing the gut-brain connection's role in regulating emotion. Experts caution that probiotics are not a substitute for mental health treatment.
Date: 2025/04/01 - 18:00
A new Norwegian study finds that one hour of screen time at bedtime results in a 59% higher risk of insomnia and 24 fewer minutes of sleep. The findings indicate that social media use is no more disruptive to sleep than watching TV or movies or reading on a mobile device.
Date: 2025/03/31 - 20:31
A study in mouse models of depression found a link between a high-salt diet and this condition. The findings also suggested that this was because the high salt content affected the production of the cytokine IL-17A.
Date: 2025/03/21 - 20:31
Higher and more intense levels of physical activity may not benefit life span as much as previously thought, a new study in twins finds, highlighting multiple factors that play a role in longevity.
Date: 2025/03/19 - 22:31
Scientists have found evidence suggesting that “night owls” who prefer to stay active at night may be at a greater risk for depression than "early risers” who are awake more during daylight hours.
Date: 2025/03/17 - 21:00
People with anxiety can experience decreased microbial diversity and fewer short-chain fatty acid-producing bacteria, recent evidence indicates. It also suggests that probiotics may help manage anxiety.