Research – Neuroscience

Legumes significantly improve the nutritional profile of the American diet

November 22, 2023 by Wilma

A recent study published in NutrientsAn open-access scientific journal shows that swapping legumes for small amounts of conventional protein sources and refined grains significantly improves the nutritional profile of the American diet. This new research adds to the growing body of evidence showing the multiple benefits of including legumes as… Continue Reading Legumes significantly improve the nutritional profile of the American diet

Vibrating headband could unblock a chronic stuffy nose, research suggests

November 6, 2023 by Wilma

Tests on 52 people showed improvement in symptoms within a week of using the device. A vibrating headband could offer a new, drug-free way to unblock a chronic blocked nose. New research has shown that the headband is as effective at reducing symptoms as nasal steroid sprays, which, while effective,… Continue Reading Vibrating headband could unblock a chronic stuffy nose, research suggests

You Are More Than What You Eat: Conversations About Metabolism Help VAI Research

October 30, 2023 by Wilma

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) Research at the Van Andel Institute in Grand Rapids has revealed a lot about how the body’s metabolism works and how our overall health and well-being depends on more than just what we eat. Dr. Sarah Novinsky joined the VAIs Metabolism and nutrition planning group For… Continue Reading You Are More Than What You Eat: Conversations About Metabolism Help VAI Research

Schizophrenia Research Roundup: October 20

October 21, 2023 by Wilma

thodonal science_AdobeStock In this research roundup, we explore new studies on schizophrenia and its links to neurocognition, suicidal ideation, insomnia, and impaired language abilities in diverse patient populations. Age-related differences in neurocognition and suicidal ideation in patients with schizophrenia This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the relationship between neurocognition and… Continue Reading Schizophrenia Research Roundup: October 20