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When trying to lose weight, it’s natural to want to see quick results. So when the number on the scales drops rapidly, it seems like we’re on the right track. But as with many things related to weight loss, there’s a flip side: rapid weight loss can result in a significant loss of muscle mass, as well as fat. So how you can tell if you’re losing too much muscle and what can you do to prevent it? Why does muscle mass matter? Muscle is an important factor in determining our metabolic rate: how much energy we burn at rest. This is determined by how much muscle and fat we have. Muscle is more metabolically active than fat, meaning it bu...... Read Full article on HadNews

Judging by recent headlines and policy ideas, you might think screen time is the only lifestyle behaviour influencing teen wellbeing. But with young people struggling to deal with mounting mental health issues, it’s crucial we don’t get tunnel vision and instead remember all the lifestyle levers that can play a role. Our research, published today, tracked Australian high school students from 71 schools across New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia. Over time, improvements in sleep, fruit and vegetable intake, and exercise were associated with small but significant improvements in mental health. The reverse was also true...... Read Full article on HadNews

You may have seen headlines that link social media to sadness and depression. Social media use goes up, happiness goes down. But recent studies suggest those findings might not be so straightforward. Although it is true that people’s feelings of envy and depression are linked to high social media use, there is evidence to suggest social media use may not be causing that relationship. Instead, your mindset may be the biggest thing affecting how social media connects to your wellbeing. People who feel they are able to use social media, rather than social media “using them”, tend to gain more benefits from their online interactions. Wh...... Read Full article on HadNews

When the term “social model of disability” was coined by British sociologist Mike Oliver in 1983, it helped form the basis of the disability rights movement. To mark the birth of that movement, as well as the 30th anniversary of the autistic rights movement, our new report reflects on why it is vital that autistic people are always at the centre of autism research. During the 1980s, the term “social model of disability” challenged how society largely regarded disability as a personal tragedy. Disablement was seen as something that belonged to individual disabled people, with heavily medicalised personal “impairments”. But Oliver ar...... Read Full article on HadNews

“Some scientists refer to the immune system as the seventh sense,” says Dr. Hao Jin, a neuroimmunologist at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). It’s a comparison that anyone who’s ever had a common cold can appreciate. Much like our traditional senses help us perceive and interact with our external world, our immune system — a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs — helps us sense and respond to threats in our internal environment. And, as we all know, it’s not always a pleasant experience. When bacteria or viruses invade our body, our immune system springs into action, releasing pro-inflammatory molecu...... Read Full article on HadNews

People have a pretty intuitive sense of what is healthy – standing is better than sitting, exercise is great for overall health and getting good sleep is imperative. However, if exercise in the evening may disrupt our sleep, or make us feel the need to be more sedentary to recover, a key question emerges – what is the best way to balance our 24 hours to optimise our health? Our research attempted to answer this for risk factors for heart disease, stroke and diabetes. We found the optimal amount of sleep was 8.3 hours, while for light activity and moderate to vigorous activity, it was best to get 2.2 hours each. Finding the right b...... Read Full article on HadNews

Hundreds of thousands of people worldwide are taking drugs like Ozempic to lose weight. But what do we actually know about them? This month, The Conversation’s experts explore their rise, impact and potential consequences. We’ve heard a lot about the impacts of Ozempic recently, from rapid weight loss and lowered blood pressure, to persistent vomiting and “Ozempic face”. Now we’re seeing a rise in stories about “Ozempic babies”, where women who use drugs like Ozempic (semaglutide) report unexpected pregnancies. But does semaglutide (also sold as Wegovy) improve fertility? And if so, how? Here’s what we know so far. Remind me,...... Read Full article on HadNews

Aerobic exercise like jogging, biking, swimming or hiking is a fundamental way to maintain cardiovascular and overall health. The intensity of aerobic exercise is important to determine how much time you should spend training in order to reap its benefits. As an exercise science researcher, I support the American College of Sports Medicine’s recommendation of a minimum of 150 minutes per week of moderate aerobic exercise, or 75 minutes per week of high-intensity exercise. But what does exercise intensity mean? There is a linear relationship between heart rate and exercise intensity, meaning as the exercise intensity increases, so doe...... Read Full article on HadNews

Finland steadily ranks as the happiest country in the world. In March 2024 the country was, for the seventh year in a row, ranked as the happiness champion. The ranking is based on one simple question, using a ladder metaphor, that is asked to people across nearly every country in the world. But my team’s new experimental study suggests that the ladder metaphor makes people think about power and wealth. Since 2005, the Gallup analytics organisation has worked to measure happiness across the entire planet. The mission is particularly important as more and more governments say they are prioritising the wellbeing of their people. For e...... Read Full article on HadNews

Experience the magic of Iceland’s newest wellness oasis, Forest Lagoon, with YouTuber Eva Zu Beck as she takes you on a journey through this hidden gem in northern Iceland. Nestled among the birch and pine tree forests of Akureyri, Forest Lagoon offers a unique wellness experience that has earned it a top spot on Nat Geo’s Best of the World list. From taking a polar plunge in freezing cold waters to relaxing in the warm mineral-rich pools surrounded by misty mountains, Eva explores the various ways locals practice wellness in this small town known as the capital of North Iceland. And of course, no trip to Iceland would be complete without tr...... Read Full article on HadNews

Sleep Well With These Gadgets: What Worked for Me 💤 In the video "Sleep Well With These Gadgets: What Worked for Me," the host embarks on a three-week experiment to optimize their sleep routine for the best night's sleep ever. From using face massaging goggles to a sleep-promoting sauna, and even undergoing a polysomnography sleep test at Stanford's Sleep Clinic, the host explores various gadgets and techniques to improve their sleep quality. The advice from Dr. Raphael Paleo, a sleep medicine expert, focuses on the importance of understanding the root cause of sleep issues and implementing actionable changes in sleep habits. Throughout the...... Read Full article on HadNews

To solve the loneliness epidemic, a Korean-based company has launched an AI companion doll for seniors. Showcased at the Mobile World Congress at the end of February, Hyodol unleashed the $1800 robot doll which they say will bring emotional support to the elderly throughout their day. With a slightly creepy exterior, the doll is home to a mobile communication module, processor, various sensors, and speakers. It’s powered by large language model-based artificial intelligence and can hold full conversations. It can even remind people to take medication and safety features are installed that alert when no movement has been detected for a...... Read Full article on HadNews

Some of us used to imagine a world where the morning commute was a short stroll from your bedroom, the dress code included comfy slippers, and the closest coffee shop was your kitchen. Then working from home became a reality for many during the COVID pandemic, reshaping our work-life balance. During the early days of the pandemic in 2020, our team was partway through a year-long study examining lifestyle and wellbeing in Australian adults. Our findings, captured during the early COVID period, revealed that people working from home slept nearly half an hour more and drank slightly more alcohol. Dietary habits and mental health indicator...... Read Full article on HadNews

Bernward Koch is a talented musician known for creating harmonious, beautiful, and slow music that is perfect for relaxation and meditation. His music, featured in the Relax mit OCEAN LOUNGE series on RELAXLOUNGE.TV, combines instrumental melodies with nature imagery to create a calming and soothing experience for listeners. Whether you are looking for music to unwind, study, work, practice yoga, or simply enjoy, Bernward Koch's music provides a serene backdrop for any occasion. Immerse yourself in the tranquil sounds of tropical beaches, flowing streams, and waterfalls while finding inspiration, healing, and rejuvenation in the peaceful melo...... Read Full article on HadNews

Grief has always inspired songwriters. Popular songs including Let Me Go, by Gary Barlow, Eric Clapton’s Tears in Heaven and The Living Years by Mike and the Mechanics, were all written as a way of working through the grief of losing a loved one. Tears in Heaven deals with the sudden loss of Clapton’s four-year-old son. The Living Years addresses the songwriters’ mutual regrets over disagreements with their fathers while they were alive. The songs are as poignant and heartrending as you might expect from something written about close family bereavement. Barlow’s Let Me Go, however, is a remarkably upbeat and joyful record, written ...... Read Full article on HadNews

In the video titled "How to Go to Sleep within 60 Seconds," Dr. Eric Berg discusses a powerful technique to help you fall asleep within minutes. He addresses various factors that can interfere with sleep, such as overtraining, room temperature, high carb consumption, stress, caffeine, poor gut health, insulin resistance, and sodium deficiency. Dr. Berg emphasizes the importance of synchronizing your heartbeat and blood pressure with the rhythm of your breathing to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system, which induces a calm state conducive to sleep. The technique involves breathing in for 5 ½ seconds and breathing out for 5 ½ seconds, c...... Read Full article on HadNews

Video Friday is your weekly selection of awesome robotics videos, collected by your friends at IEEE Spectrum robotics. We also post a weekly calendar of upcoming robotics events for the next few months. Please send us your events for inclusion. HRI 2024: 11–15 March 2024, BOULDER, COLO. Eurobot Open 2024: 8–11 May 2024, LA ROCHE-SUR-YON, FRANCE ICRA 2024: 13–17 May 2024, YOKOHAMA, JAPAN RoboCup 2024: 17–22 July 2024, EINDHOVEN, NETHERLANDS Enjoy today’s videos! Legged robots have the potential to become vital in maintenance, home support, and exploration scenarios. In order to interact with and manipulate their environments, most le...... Read Full article on HadNews

The video "Why Is This Country the MOST OVERWEIGHT in the World (THE REAL REASON)?" explores the reasons behind Nauru being the fattest country in the world. With 94.5% of its population either overweight or obese, and an average weight of 225 lbs per person, Nauru also has the highest rate of diabetes of any other country. The video discusses how Nauru experienced a mineral boom in 1975, leading to a period of extreme wealth and urbanization, and subsequently, corruption. However, once the mineral was depleted, the country fell into deep poverty. The shift from traditional, nutrient-rich foods to westernized, ultra-processed foods, along wit...... Read Full article on HadNews

At least one in ten people have depression at some point in their lives, with some estimates closer to one in four. It’s one of the worst things for someone’s wellbeing – worse than debt, divorce or diabetes. One in seven Australians take antidepressants. Psychologists are in high demand. Still, only half of people with depression in high-income countries get treatment. Our new research shows that exercise should be considered alongside therapy and antidepressants. It can be just as impactful in treating depression as therapy, but it matters what type of exercise you do and how you do it. Read more: Why are so ...... Read Full article on HadNews

More than 140,000 pupils in the UK are absent from from school more than 50% of the time: more than double the number from before the pandemic. Not being in school matters – and not only because pupils miss out on learning. Teachers play an important role monitoring the welfare of their students, and if young people are on the streets rather than at school they are also more at risk of harm and exploitation. Absence rates have prompted increasing concern from the government. Up until now, measures to tackle absence have focused on blaming parents and issuing fines: more than a third of a million so far. More recently, the governmen...... Read Full article on HadNews