Excessive Brain Use may Increase Hunger! Exercise Helps Reduce the Desire to Overeat EDITORSeptember 17, 202305.4K views Research has found that after brain-consuming activities such as thinking, reading, creating, and problem-solving, the brain will release eating signals, namely “hunger” to remind itself that it needs to replenish calories to cope with these brain-consuming activities. So we often have the desire to eat and drink after studying or working. Read more
Environmentally Friendly Straws May not be As Healthy As You Think EDITORSeptember 8, 202301.9K views Scientists have shown that global plastic pollution is approaching an irreversible tipping point. Recycling and cleaning technology alone are not enough. Only by reducing use can we effectively control plastic… Read more
People Who Often Forget Things May Need Enough Sleep EDITORAugust 31, 202301.3K views Are you a forgetful person? Try getting enough sleep! Research published in the esteemed medical journal “Neuron” demonstrates a clear correlation between sleep and the process of memory consolidation. Neurologists… Read more
New Study Found Costa Rican sloth fur may Harbor Superbugs Solution EDITORAugust 16, 202302.6K views In recent years, due to improper treatment or overuse of antibiotics, bacteria and microorganisms have continued to evolve, becoming resistant to existing antibiotics, and then evolving into “superbugs” that cannot be resisted. Scientists have discovered that sloth fur may harbor antibiotic-producing bacteria, which may provide a solution to the crisis. Read more
Induce Positive Feelings with Tryptophan-Rich Food Discoveries EDITORAugust 14, 202301.2K views Tryptophan is recognized as the “happiness hormone,” facilitating the augmentation of serotonin and melatonin levels, thereby contributing to improved sleep quality and emotional well-being. Apart from the oral route, individuals… Read more
Living Hells for Pedestrians! The Top Five Worst Traffic Safety Countries in the World EDITORAugust 9, 202302.4K views In recent years, there have been many fatal car accidents in Taiwan, and drunk driving problems were also serious, making Taiwan known as a pedestrian hell. According to the number of traffic accident deaths per 100,000 people, the World Bank lists the world’s top five pedestrian hells, namely Dominican, Zimbabwe, Venezuela, Liberia, and Eritrea. Read more
People Sleep Too Little should Be Careful to Grow a Big Belly EDITORAugust 5, 202301.8K views Studies have found that too little sleep time not only leads to poor energy during the day and inability to concentrate but also leads to increased visceral fat. For people who sleep less than seven hours, the total amount of visceral fat will increase by 12 grams for every hour of sleep lost. Therefore, they will naturally become a big-belly person. Read more
Long-COVID Sequelae, Brain Fog Phenomenon is Like Aging 10 Years Old EDITORJuly 31, 202301.7K views After COVID-19 subsided, people resumed traveling and living without masks. But some people are still affected by “brain fog”, persistent symptoms such as inability to concentrate and memory loss. The latest research in the UK has found that brain fog can make people look as old as 10 years old, and at the same time cause cognitive impairment. Read more
People Should Know More About Vitamin Supplements as Consumption Grows EDITORJuly 28, 202301.2K views People are more health-conscious than ever before, leading to a continued increase in the consumption of vitamin supplements. Consumers should understand the various vitamins before eating them to confirm their… Read more
Find a Cure for Jet Lag? Try Chili and Chocolate EDITORJuly 24, 202303.4K views New research has found that adjusting food menus, timing of meals and sleep, lighting, and scheduling stretches can help reduce in-flight discomfort and jet lag on long-haul flights. And eating chili and chocolate on the plane can boost your spirits and keep you awake. Read more