Quite the crazy week down South with ice on Monday night and 60 degree temperatures on Tuesday. I'll take the preview of Spring weather though!
So, let's get caught up on the happenings of this week in health news.
1. We all could use a little Mindfulness- A new study shows pretty solid evidence that a practice of mindful meditation can change the brain and potentially improve health. I'm still working on getting better at this, but more research like this could definitely change the field of healthcare.
2. Working out the Brain- Now not only are we aware of the impact that mindful meditation can have on the brain, we also are looking into what bodily exercises are best for brain health. A new study in rats showed that sustained aerobic exercise is best for brain health. This doesn't mean you can toss your dumbbells to the side, but it does mean that aerobic exercise should be included in your routine.
3. Have your eggs and eat them too- This is a bit of information that we were starting to understand already, but a new study shows that eating food high in dietary cholesterol does not increase one's risk of heart disease. Obviously, we still want to be aware of our dietary cholesterol intake and keep it at a moderate amount.
4. Money Honey- A recent study shows that people are more motivated by losses than gains when it comes to financial incentives. This information can be particularly helpful for companies trying to improve wellness among employees. This can even be helpful for your own motivation with exercise or health!
5. Another perk of organic- An analysis of multiple studies performed over the past two decades shows that organic meat and milk contain more Omega-3 fatty acids than their non-organic counterparts. Omega-3 fats can help to reduce the risk of heart disease. Spending a little more money on organic meat and milk may give you more bang for your buck in the long run.
So, let's get caught up on the happenings of this week in health news.
1. We all could use a little Mindfulness- A new study shows pretty solid evidence that a practice of mindful meditation can change the brain and potentially improve health. I'm still working on getting better at this, but more research like this could definitely change the field of healthcare.
2. Working out the Brain- Now not only are we aware of the impact that mindful meditation can have on the brain, we also are looking into what bodily exercises are best for brain health. A new study in rats showed that sustained aerobic exercise is best for brain health. This doesn't mean you can toss your dumbbells to the side, but it does mean that aerobic exercise should be included in your routine.
3. Have your eggs and eat them too- This is a bit of information that we were starting to understand already, but a new study shows that eating food high in dietary cholesterol does not increase one's risk of heart disease. Obviously, we still want to be aware of our dietary cholesterol intake and keep it at a moderate amount.
4. Money Honey- A recent study shows that people are more motivated by losses than gains when it comes to financial incentives. This information can be particularly helpful for companies trying to improve wellness among employees. This can even be helpful for your own motivation with exercise or health!
5. Another perk of organic- An analysis of multiple studies performed over the past two decades shows that organic meat and milk contain more Omega-3 fatty acids than their non-organic counterparts. Omega-3 fats can help to reduce the risk of heart disease. Spending a little more money on organic meat and milk may give you more bang for your buck in the long run.
There you have it! Keeping you up to date in health news. Now go enjoy your eggs with a side of mindfulness.
Happy Friday!
Happy Friday!