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Smart Traffic Signals

Dec 31, 2024 08:01AM

Smart traffic lights reduce CO2 emissions by up to 40% and cut wait times by 95%, as shown in a 2023 study. Cities like Butler County, Ohio, are adopting this AI-powered technology.

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Elephants Alleviate Climate Change

Dec 31, 2024 08:01AM

African forest elephants are vital climate allies, boosting carbon capture through seed dispersal and habitat shaping. Protecting these critically endangered animals is key to combating climate change.

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The Natural Choice: Chiropractic Care for Neck Pain Relief

Dec 30, 2024 12:00AM ● By Natural Awakenings Milwaukee

Chiropractic care offers a holistic and cost-effective strategy for managing neck pain, emphasizing patient-centered approaches that prioritize natural healing and functional restoration.

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Natural Remedies to Prevent Panic Attacks

Nov 30, 2024 12:00AM ● By Jack Cincotta, M.S.

AADP board-certified holistic health practitioner in Wisconsin, Jack Cincotta, explains panic attacks and offers a variety of potential natural treatments to prevent them.

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Sleep Naturally: How Aromatherapy Can Improve Rest and Well-Being

Nov 30, 2024 12:00AM ● By Bethany Unger

Aromatherapy has gained recognition as a natural, non-pharmacological approach to managing sleep disorders such as insomnia and disrupted sleep patterns.

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6 Ways to Stay Active This Winter

Nov 30, 2024 12:00AM ● By Jordan Peschek

Winter’s chill doesn’t have to hinder your activity levels; instead, it offers unique opportunities to move, explore, and rejuvenate.

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Service Dogs Benefit Veterans With Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Nov 29, 2024 08:11AM

A study of veterans with PTSD found those with trained psychiatric service dogs showed reduced symptoms, lower anxiety, and better social functioning.

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Acupuncture for Shingles

Nov 29, 2024 08:11AM

Acupuncture shows promise as a safe, effective treatment for shingles, easing pain and reducing skin lesions, according to a review of 59 trials with nearly 4,000 patients.

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Wet Cupping Therapy for Asthma

Nov 29, 2024 08:11AM

Wet cupping therapy may improve respiratory symptoms in mild to moderate asthma, offering a complementary option alongside standard treatments, a Turkish study suggests.

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Stem-Cell Treatment To Reverse Type 1 Diabetes

Nov 29, 2024 08:11AM ● By Kris Urquhart

A phase 1 trial shows promise for reversing Type 1 diabetes: a patient produced insulin independently after stem-cell therapy, remaining injection-free for a year.

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Mindfulness App Helps Intensive Care Patients

Nov 29, 2024 08:11AM

A mobile app-based mindfulness program, including guided meditations and symptom management, significantly eased psychological distress in ICU survivors, a study finds.

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Artificial Beaver Dams Protect Wildlife

Nov 29, 2024 08:01AM

Artificial beaver dams, mimicking nature’s designs, are revitalizing the Northern Great Plains, restoring ecosystems, improving soil and water, and even attracting real beavers.

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Sweat Monitor Measures Overexertion

Nov 29, 2024 08:01AM

A smart elastic band from Northwestern University tracks muscle exertion by analyzing sweat acidity, helping users optimize workouts and prevent soreness.

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Linking Biodiversity to Human Health

Nov 29, 2024 08:01AM

Biodiversity loss has human costs: a study links declining bat populations to increased pesticide use and higher infant mortality, highlighting nature's role in health and agriculture.

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Funny but Serious Science

Nov 29, 2024 08:01AM

The Ig Nobel Prizes celebrated quirky science: researchers showed mammals can breathe through their anuses, and a plant that mimics plastic leaves, sparking laughter and curiosity.

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Microplastics Found in Part of the Brain

Oct 31, 2024 08:11AM

A study published in JAMA Network Open found microplastics in the olfactory bulb of the brain in eight out of 15 individuals. This raises concerns about the potential for plastics to reach the brain.

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Cardiometabolic Benefits of Caffeine

Oct 31, 2024 08:11AM

A study in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism found that moderate caffeine intake (200-300 mg daily) significantly lowers the risk of cardiometabolic disease, with coffee drinkers experiencing up to a 50 percent risk reduction.

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Homeopathy for Arm Fracture

Oct 31, 2024 08:11AM

A case report in Integrative Medicine Reports describes a 53-year-old patient who healed a fractured humerus using homeopathy with Symphytum officinale. X-rays showed healing after two weeks, and full recovery occurred in six weeks.

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Physiological Response to Spirituality

Oct 31, 2024 08:11AM

A 2023 study in Integrative Medicine Reports found that an eight-week wellness program improved heart rate variability (HRV) in college students, suggesting enhanced stress recovery and spiritual well-being. Further research is needed.

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E. coli Linked to Urinary Tract Infections

Oct 31, 2024 08:11AM

A 2023 study by George Washington University links 640,000 U.S. UTIs to E. coli in meat. Proper kitchen hygiene and cooking meat to recommended temperatures can reduce the risk of foodborne infections.

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