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Cinnamon: Could this popular spice make us better learners?

The study, published in the journal Neuroimmune Pharmacology, finds that mice that are considered poor learners improve in learning ability after consuming cinnamon. “This would be one of the safest and the easiest approaches to convert poor learners to good learners,” says Kalipada Pahan, Ph.D., lead researcher of the study and the Floyd A. Davis […]

Three health benefits of coffee

Luckily, a dose of caffeine and a satisfying taste aren’t the only things coffee can give you. In fact, that cup of java can be good for your health as well. Learn how to make perfect coffee Coffee can do many things for your body, but some are more impressive than others. Read on for […]

Ketone drink may help athletes unlock greater human metabolic potential

Normal metabolism turns the food you eat into the energy it needs by the burning of carbs and fat gained from a balanced diet. Ketosis is a metabolic process that occurs when the body does not have enough glucose for energy and goes into “starvation mode.” The body breaks down internal fat stores for energy […]

Bariatric surgery reverses obesity-related premature aging

Obesity increases the risk of a number of serious conditions, not least, diabetes and cardiovascular problems. Being clinically obese also hastens the aging process, a fact which, over the last few years, has been pinned down to certain molecular processes. Earlier research has shown that obesity increases levels of reactive oxygen species (free radicals) in […]

Overweight, obesity linked to poorer memory for young adults

Study coauthor Dr. Lucy Cheke, of the Department of Psychology at the University of Cambridge in the UK, and colleagues publish their findings in The Quarterly Journal of Experimental Psychology. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 69% of American adults aged 20 and older are overweight or obese, putting them […]

Scientists discover potential biomarker for migraine in the blood

The findings of the study, published in Neurology, could have implications for the diagnosis and treatment of episodic migraine if they can be supported by further research. “While more research is needed to confirm these initial findings, the possibility of discovering a new biomarker for migraine is exciting,” reports study author Dr. B. Lee Peterlin, […]

Migraines: unique data collected from sufferers sharing pain on Twitter

Though seeing a social media newsfeed full of misery is not exactly uplifting for the reader, for the writer, venting about pain can be cathartic. Now, the first study of its kind shows the impact of migraines on patients by analyzing individuals’ Twitter posts related to migraine attacks. The study – led by Alexandre DaSilva, […]

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Basil, Feta, and Quinoa Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients 6 tablespoons water 2 tablespoons uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese 2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet piquanté red pepper 1 tablespoon 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil […]

BBQ Chicken Sandwiches with Coleslaw

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1 tablespoon chili powder, divided 3/4 cup finely chopped red onion, divided 3/4 cup unsalted tomato sauce 3 tablespoons cider vinegar, divided 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar, divided 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided 3 cups packaged cabbage-and-carrot coleslaw 4 (1 […]

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Mojo Grilled Chicken Breasts

Ingredients 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup fresh orange juice 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper 6 garlic cloves, minced 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves Cooking spray 1 medium red onion, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch rings 1 ripe avocado, peeled and sliced […]