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Pennsylvania case suggests it’s almost ‘the end of the road’ for these drugs

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Source: http://brainblogger.com/2016/05/31/nurturing-the-brain-part-9-blueberries/

Astronauts on space missions can be exposed to radiation for long periods of time, which can pose significant dangers to their health. The fact that the administration of blueberry extract has been proposed as a preventive therapy to protect them from harmful radiation is a great indication of just how powerful these fruits might be.

The more blueberries are studied, the more evident it becomes that they are a superfood. Blueberries contain important biologically active compounds, such as polyphenols, phenolic acids, and vitamins, with countless beneficial effects. Within polyphenols, there are many different types of chemicals found in blueberries with great health benefits, such as flavonoids; these include anthocyanins, which are particularly interesting due to their potent antioxidant properties. Among fresh fruits and vegetables, blueberries are the ones that contain the hig…

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Healthier habits related to exercise and diet could help many with the disorder, researcher says

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Source: http://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/blogs/info-2016/hearing-aids-flight-travel.html

Advice for those with hearing loss on bringing your hearing aid in your carry-on luggage, traveling with a Bluetooth headset, backup items and more….

Source: http://sharpbrains.com/blog/2016/05/30/goodreads-selects-twenty-winners-of-sharpbrains-book-giveaway/

Below are the names of the 20 Goodreads giveaway winners, randomly selected from 1,137 participants. Each winner will receive a free print copy of the book The SharpBrains Guide to Brain Fitness: How to Optimize Brain Health and Performance at Any Age.

Congratulations, and enjoy the read!

• Alice Ihde
• Andy Lynch
• Brittany Wensky
• Cheryl Bradley
• Dave Moyer
• Diane Fogel
• Eric Perich</li…

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Researchers find the virus can replicate in immune cells

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Source: http://yourbrainhealth.com.au/afraid-of-happiness-quiz/

Underlying much of the traditional research on happiness is the assumption that personal happiness is a valuable goal that should be actively pursued: Happiness is one of the most important values guiding individuals’ lives, if not the most important. UNHAPPINESS on the other hand is to be prevented, avoided or eliminated at all costs. The literature is […]

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A study on concussions and teenagers conducted by University at Buffalo researchers began in late 2015 and will continue through at least the end of 2016. Researchers are looking for a sample size of about 100 high school athletes. Julia Whipple’s participation began with her diagnosis of a concussion after a concussion on the soccer field.

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Mosquito repellents are safe, so you should use them. And there are more choices than ever. WebMD breaks down your options.

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Source: http://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2016/family-genetics-depression-dna.html

The complex relationship between DNA and health. What you can do about your family tendency towards high blood pressure and other diseases….