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May 22 · Issue #174 · View online
Your latest update featuring some of this week's studies published on StudyFinds.com.
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Deep-sea mineral water could be a potential cure-all for the brain and kidneys
Just like omega-3 fish oil and avocados, a new study finds deep-sea mineral water could be the next big thing when it comes to healthy living.
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Prehistoric poop reveals what was on the menu at Stonehenge 4,500 years ago
Ancient Britons at Stonehenge feasted on “offal” and fed the scraps to their dogs, according to new research. That’s according to researchers from the University of Cambridge who studied fossilized poop at the site of a nearby prehistoric village.
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Brain-altering parasite makes infected people MORE attractive to others, study says
A sexually-transmitted parasite that up to 50 percent of the population carries may actually make people look more attractive to the opposite sex.
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Edible ‘tape’ ensures your burrito or wrap will never fall apart again!
Tired of your burritos or wraps falling apart as you try and bite into them? Messy meals could be a thing of the past thanks to a new edible food tape designed by students at Johns Hopkins University.
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Not a filter? New study changes everything we know about our kidneys!
It’s common knowledge that the kidneys filter blood moving through our bodies, right? Wrong! A new study finds that kidney cells don’t actually filter blood — they pump it.
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Real estate 2022: Here’s how much space $400,000 buys you in the biggest U.S. cities
Buying a home on a budget? A new study finds grocery prices aren’t the only thing rising due to inflation. As of March 2022, the median listing price for a home in the United States rose to $405,000 — a staggering 26.5 percent increase over last year!
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New weight loss method rewires ‘instinctive desire to eat’ in dieters
Can’t walk into your kitchen without grabbing a snack? A new weight loss method conceived by scientists at the University of California-San Diego helps dieters manage their internal hunger cues and improve their ability to resist food.
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Solar power at night? New study suggests it may be possible
The sun always sets on solar power eventually, right? Not necessarily, according to an astounding new research project. Newly developed technology similar to night-vision goggles may have just made solar power at night a real possibility.
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Smart contact lens could replace eye drops, prevent blindness for glaucoma patients
A smart contact lens could end the misery of eye drops for glaucoma patients. Researchers in China say the device measures pressure in the organs – delivering drugs directly on demand.
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Victorians dealt more extreme weather than Brits today? UK study shows record rains, droughts marred 1800s
Did the Victorians experience more extreme weather than people in the United Kingdom do today? Rainfall records have been rewritten after millions of reports dating back almost 200 years were rescued by an army of volunteers.
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Adopting these healthy habits can add years to your life — even in your 80s
Adopting healthier lifestyle habits can lead to a longer life — even if you’re already in your 80s, a new study reveals. Researchers from Osaka University say reducing drinking, not smoking, losing weight, and getting more sleep leads to the biggest gains.
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Aches, anxiety, exhaustion — oh my! Adults feel good just 47% of the time, poll reveals
Feeling good is becoming an increasingly rare commodity these days, according to a new survey. In a poll of 2,000 people in the United Kingdom, it turns out adults truly feel good — both mentally and physically — less than half of the time (47%).
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Eating more fruits and vegetables can reduce ADHD symptoms among kids
There may be a much better way of treating a child’s attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms than using medication — and that’s by giving them a more nutritious diet.
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Pet praying mantis market thriving as fascinating insect surges in popularity
When most people think about getting a new pet, animals like dogs, cats, goldfish, and bunnies come to mind. According to a new research project, however, thousands of people all over the world have already decided to go with a more unusual companion: Praying mantises or stick insects.
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New security method can detect, neutralize cyberattacks in less than a second!
The Internet has simplified our lives immensely, but it’s also creating new concerns. Earlier generations never had to worry about malware or viruses, but the possibility of one’s personal or financial information falling into the hands of hackers is a real risk nowadays.
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New Google headquarters flaunts ‘first-of-its-kind dragonscale skin’ solar panels for optimal energy efficiency
Google’s stunning new headquarters officially opened this week and many are talking more about what happening on the outside of the building rather than the inside.
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Snacking on cranberries builds memory muscle and keeps dementia away
Eating a daily handful of cranberries could improve your memory and protect against dementia, according to new research. British scientists reveal that the superfruit, most often eaten with turkey on Thanksgiving, boosts recall by increasing blood flow to the brain.
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NBA study: Physical violence may be down, but ‘symbolic violence’ is rising
The NBA is certainly no stranger to the occasional scuffle on the court. The infamous “Malice at the Palace” incident in 2004 is probably the most extreme example of that. Interestingly, though, new research finds that rates of physical violence across the NBA have declined between 1998 and 2018.
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Bird brain activity reveals the differences between being fearless and fearful
What makes some animals more afraid of new things than others? It’s a question that has stumped biologists for years considering that there are many benefits to being fearless.
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Hugs from partners reduce stress levels in women — but not men
Women who hug their partner reduce their stress levels, new research reveals. However, a team in Germany finds hugging a lover does not have the same positive outcome for men.
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Cholesterol-fighting statins help ward off depression, study finds
Statins have been prescribed to tens of millions of cholesterol patients since their approval in the1980s to prevent heart attack and stroke. Decades later, a new study is suggesting statins may benefit patients’ mental health as well.
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Infertile men are at greater risk of developing breast cancer, study warns
Infertility could lead to breast cancer — for men, according to new research. Researchers in London say male infertility doubles the risk of the disease compared to men with higher sperm counts.
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Scientists develop new ‘smart pacifier’ for newborns
Scientists have developed a wireless, bioelectronic pacifier for newborn babies. The idea of a baby using a high-tech device may leave some shaking their heads, but these “smart pacifiers” aren’t for downloading apps or scrolling through social media.
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Moon soil could be turned into rocket fuel to power missions to Mars, scientists suggest
Soil from the moon could one day be turned into rocket fuel to power missions to Mars, according to new research. It offers hope of a “lunar village” that would include a launch pad and mining operations.
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Love & travel: 1 in 5 people met their future spouse on vacation
Whether you’re looking for friendship or romance, it might be worth taking a trip — as over a fifth of Americans say they met their future spouse while traveling.
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Poor eyesight may be commonly misdiagnosed as cognitive decline, study says
Millions of older adults are potentially at risk of receiving a misdiagnosis of cognitive decline when all they really need is a new pair of glasses.
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Frighteningly accurate child robot that has seizures and bleeds could help doctors save lives
A childlike robot that can have seizures and even bleeds with disturbing accuracy could help doctors train to save young lives in an emergency. The makers of the “Pedia_Roid” are calling it the “world’s first humanoid” designed specifically for healthcare professionals training in pediatric emergency care.
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New Orleans ranks as genital herpes capital of U.S. as scientists discover why virus keeps coming back
New Orleans may be the famous home of Mardi Gras, but a new study finds it’s also the new home of genital herpes. A team from STDcheck.com reports that New Orleans had the highest prevalence of genital herpes cases in a study of more than 130,000 Americans in over 30 U.S. cities.
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Anger over Facebook outages reveals how dependent a person is on social media
A person’s dependence on social media is best judged when major networks such as Facebook go down, a new study contends.
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Office outrage: Sending emails ‘most frustrating task’ of the workday
Does the 9-5 grind have you feeling a bit down? A new survey of 2,000 American office workers found that small jobs can really add up — in the worst ways.
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