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Exercise (and alcohol) good for your brain

Posted 46 weeks 2 days ago by Philip Brewer

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A story in the New York Times says that exercise helps human brains build more neurons (a process called neurogenesis). It also reports on some mouse studies that show that exercise actually improves intellegence, at least in mice. Other things that induce neurogenesis: marijuana, alcohol (in moderation), sociability, and chocolate.

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Alcohol is good for your heart

Posted 47 weeks 3 days ago by Philip Brewer

Lifestyle, Health and Beauty, Food and Drink

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After quitting smoking, having one or two drinks a day is the best single thing you can do for your cardiovascular health. It's better than losing weight, better than getting more exercise, and better than lowering your cholesterol. As the evidence mounted over the past few years, I've grown more and more grumpy with the medical community's hesitance to support moderate alcohol consumption. After doing some research, though, I guess I understand.

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The Dirty Secrets of Food Processing. Strong Stomach required.

Posted 1 year ago by Paul Michael

Filed Under: Food and Drink

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