Adolescent Changes in Homeostatic and Circadian Regulation of Sleep

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Summary: Adolescents have different sleep cycles because their circadian and homeostatic systems are still developing (this is even across cultures and species). Abstract: Sleep deprivation among adolescents is epidemic. We argue that this sleep deprivation is due in part to pubertal changes in the homeostatic and circadian regulation of sleep. These changes promote a delayed
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Photobiomodulation using a Low-Level Light-Emitting Diode Improves Cognitive Dysfunction in the 5XFAD Mouse Model of Alzheimer’s Disease

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Summary: Mice predisposed to aggressive Alzheimer’s disease (through beta amyloid plaquing upregulation) shows improvement in amyloid accumulation, neuron loss, and brain inflammation (microgliosis) through light therapy (photobiomodulation). Light therapy could be used as a form of treatment for neurological disorders. Abstract: Photobiomodulation using low-level light-emitting diode (LED) can be rapidly applied in neurological and physiological
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Association between Push-Up Exercise Capacity and Future Cardiovascular Events Among Active Adult Men

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Summary: Higher push-up capacity is related to lower cardiovascular disease risk. This is a no-cost assessment, and can be used as a baseline of health. Abstract: Importance Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of mortality worldwide. Robust evidence indicates an association of increased physical fitness with a lower risk of CVD events and improved
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Young Plasma Attenuates Age-Dependent Liver Ischemia Reperfusion Injury.

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Summary: Aging is associated with cellular damage and the body’s decreased ability to “clean itself up,” which is known as autophagy. Those associations of aging were reversed when plasma from younger individuals were administered to older individuals through multiple mechanisms, including reoxygenation. Keep in mind, this study was done in rats. Abstract: Aging is often
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Pro-Resolving Lipid Mediators and Mechanisms in the Resolution of Acute Inflammtion

Summary: The fat-soluble omega-3 fatty acid derivatives, Selective Pro-Resolving Mediatiors (SPMs), are critical in the resolution of inflammation, rather than just blocking the inflammatory cascade. Abstract: Inflammatory responses, like all biological cascades, are shaped by a delicate balance between positive and negative feedback loops. It is now clear that in addition to positive and negative
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Effects of Cell Phone Radiofrequency Signal Exposure on Brain Glucose Metabolism.

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Summary: Radiofrequency exposure from cell phones increases glucose metabolism for neurons (the brain).  Abstract: The dramatic increase in use of cellular telephones has generated concern about possible negative effects of radiofrequency signals delivered to the brain. However, whether acute cell phone exposure affects the human brain is unclear. Objective: To evaluate if acute cell phone
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Where does the Fat Go?

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When somebody loses weight, Where Does it Go Summary: When fat is broken down in the presence of oxygen (which is necessary), the end products are energy, carbon dioxide (excreted through lungs), and water (excreted through bodily fluids like urine).    Abstract: Considering the soaring overweight and obesity rates and strong interest in this topic,
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Chondroitin vs Celecoxib vs Placebo for Osteoarthritis

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Pharmaceutical-grade chondroitin sulfate is as effective as Celecoxib and superior to placebo in symptomatic knee osteoarthritis: the chondroitin versus Celecoxib versus placebo trial. Summary Good quality chondroitin sulfate (at 800 mg/day) is better at treating osteoarthritis than placebo, and is as effective statistically as Celecoxib. Abstract: Objectives Chondroitin sulfate 800 mg/day (CS) pharmaceutical-grade in the
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Usual Medical Care Plus Chiropractic Care vs Usual Medical Care Alone

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Summary Chiropractic care in conjunction with traditional medical care resulted in improvement of low back pain in active-duty military personnel. Chiropractic care included in resolution of low back pain through multiple disciplines is recommended. Abstract Importance: It is critically important to evaluate the effect of nonpharmacological treatments on low back pain and associated disability. Objective: To determine
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Sunlight, Cholesterol and Coronary Heart Disease

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Summary: If you want to lower your cholesterol, going outside could be an easy way of lowering cholesterol. Abstract: We investigated the relationship between geography and incidence of coronary heart disease, looking at deficiency of sunlight and thus of vitamin D as a factor that might influence susceptibility and thus disease incidence. Sunlight deficiency could
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