Probiotics for mental health? A new review finds promising signals and major gaps
Researchers map the probiotic strains and gut-brain pathways being investigated across anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, revealing…
Jet lag may disrupt athletes’ gut microbiome and slow recovery
Long-haul travel may do more than disturb sleep; it could also alter the gut microbiome in ways that…
Why ‘extreme fitness FOMO’ can do more harm than good for people 40 and up
Hyrox, CrossFit, ultra-endurance trail runs – highly challenging activities such as these are popular in Hong Kong. The…
Persistent high cortisol levels increase hypertension risk in patients with adrenal tumors
A major new study, published today in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology has shown that cortisol levels in…
Longevity doctor explains how overtraining can slow down fat loss: ‘Pushing harder is not always smarter’
When it comes to healthy fat loss, it is the everyday habits that matter. That includes following the…
Morning people: Comedian Tom Sainsbury’s stress-fuelled start to the day
How do you wake up? I usually wake up between 5.30 and 8am. If I’ve slept all the…
Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar Shares 3 Simple Food Habits To Keep Stress And Cortisol Levels In Check
Stress has become a part of everyday life. From work pressure and family responsibilities to endless scrolling on…
Checking your phone right after waking up? Doctor explains how it can spike stress and set the tone for your entire day
Your alarm goes off, you reach out to silence it – and before you are even fully awake,…
Infrasound Can Subtly Raise Stress and Discomfort, New Study Finds
New research suggests that infrasound — very low-frequency sound below 20 Hz — can increase cortisol levels and…
Doctor Explains How Ashwagandha May Reduce Belly Fat Linked To Stress
Juggling deadlines, navigating traffic, and managing personal commitments often leads to a common frustration: a stubborn deposition of…
Cortisol Kill-Switch: Exercise Rewires Stress Biology
Summary: We’ve long known that a run can clear your head, but a landmark one-year randomized clinical trial…
Sugar intake may reduce effectiveness of relaxation exercises
How does sugar affect relaxation exercises? A new study carried out by researchers from the University of Konstanz…