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The brain is the most complex organ of the human body. It’s also a very hungry organ. The brain gobbles up about 20 percent of your daily calorie intake. And research shows that the food we eat directly affects the structure and function of our brain. But can certain foods actually improve memory, help us concentrate, make us more intelligent, and help us think more clearly? Research says positively yes. We can make our brains work better simply by feeding them the right foods. Here, some smart foods to add to your meals this week. The Brain Diet FruitsFruit…

Statin drugs are the gold standard when it comes to reducing LDL, or ‘bad’ cholesterol, but many patients at risk for heart disease refuse to take them because of severe side effects, such as muscle pain or weakness. An alternative medication, bempedoic acid, significantly lowers cholesterol and the risk of heart attacks, as well as reducing the need for a procedure that unblocks clogged arteries, according to a large clinical trial presented Saturday at the annual meeting of the American College of Cardiology. The research was published Saturday in the New England Journal of Medicine. “Statins are the cornerstone of…

Photo Illustration by Luis G. Rendon/The Daily Beast/ReutersWhen Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis gathered top allies with deep pockets last week in Miami for a three-day “Ron-o-Rama” retreat, his team made the case for a path to victory. But there’s a major problem with the Team DeSantis logic: Its case for DeSantis’ path to victory actually worked better for his chief rival, former President Donald Trump. The rationale hinges on myriad assumptions, and even those who are shaky. Leaked audio and slides obtained by Florida Politics show contradicting claims, spun in a way meant to make it sound like DeSantis…

The Metis Nation of Alberta says many of its members have experienced racism when accessing Alberta’s health-care system. “Rather than risk being discriminated against or feeling less than… They’re choosing not to go,” said Reagan Bartel, director of health for the Metis Nation of Alberta. “Our community feels that very deeply, that physicians are above and Metis people are below, and that’s not a good place to be when you’re seeking help.” A survey of Alberta doctors backs up some of those concerns. Researchers at the University of Calgary sent the survey to every licensed doctor in the province in…

When you’re a university student you’ll do anything to avoid having a hangover. Uni is known for its excessive drinking culture with most parties and events involving alcohol. Sure drinking is fun, but who really wants to be severely hungover the next day? Well, this generation of students might have found a way to hack the drinking life: BORGs. Yes I know it sounds like an alien species but it actually stands for “blackout rage gallon,” and it’s become the drink of choice for many US students. The hashtag ‘borg’ currently has 73.3 million views on TikTok, so clearly it’s…

Whether you’re a returning entrant, or brand new to the RoSPA Health & Safety Awards, going through the entry process can seem a little daunting… but don’t panic! We have a highly dedicated team at RoSPA to help. We caught up with two members of the RoSPA team, Dr Karen McDonnell and Matt Cryer, to find out how they can help entrants on their awards journey.Dr. Karen McDonnell, CFIOSH, Chartered FCIPDOHS Policy Adviser, Head of RoSPA Scotland, Past President of IOSHAs a highly motivated advocate for safety and health, Karen is skilled in partnership working, with a track record…

Ask Lewis: Hi, and welcome to Your Health, Quickly, a Scientific American podcast series! Josh Fisherman: On this show, we highlight the latest vital health news, discoveries that affect your body and your mind. Every episode, we dive into one topic. We discuss diseases, treatments, and some controversies. Lewis: And we demystify the medical research in ways you can use to stay healthy. I’m Asking Lewis. Fisherman: I’m Josh Fisherman. Lewis: We’re Scientific American‘s senior health editors. Today we’re talking about the best way to beat the heat this summer. Your body has evolved a natural technique for cooling down…

Starbucks made headlines this week for its latest creation: coffee infused with a spoonful of olive oil. The coffee giant unveiled the new “Oleato” beverage line in their Italy stores Wednesday, with the drink options set to debut at select US locations this spring. In the announcement, Starbucks interim CEO Howard Schultz described the new drinks, which use cold-pressed, extra virgin olive oil, as “the next revolution in coffee.” He said they were inspired by “a family tradition that has existed in regions of Italy for generations — enjoying a spoonful of extra virgin olive oil each day as an…