8 stories tagged #University of Sydney

  1. Study Identifies Optimal Daily Steps to Counteract Sedentary Health Risks
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    Study Identifies Optimal Daily Steps to Counteract Sedentary Health Risks

    New research from the University of Sydney and UK Biobank reveals that 9,000 to 10,000 daily steps significantly reduce cardiovascular disease and mortality risks for highly sedentary adults.

    6d ago 2 min read
  2. Study: Alcohol Fuels Cravings for Savory, High-Calorie Foods
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    Study: Alcohol Fuels Cravings for Savory, High-Calorie Foods

    New research suggests alcohol increases cravings for savory foods, potentially driving overeating in those who consume ultra-processed diets.

    2w ago 2 min read
  3. Diet Change Can Reduce Biological Age in Older Adults in Just Four Weeks
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    Diet Change Can Reduce Biological Age in Older Adults in Just Four Weeks

    University of Sydney study finds short-term diet changes can lower biological age in adults 65-75. Plant-based and complex carb diets show most improvement.

    last mo. 2 min read
  4. House Crickets Show Signs of Pain, Research Suggests
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    House Crickets Show Signs of Pain, Research Suggests

    A new University of Sydney study finds crickets groom and protect injured antennae, meeting key criteria for sentience.

    last mo. 1 min read
  5. Small Lifestyle Adjustments Cut Cardiovascular Risks
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    Small Lifestyle Adjustments Cut Cardiovascular Risks

    Adding 11 more minutes of sleep, 4.5 mins of MVPA, and a quarter cup of veggies daily slashes heart risks by 10% over 8 years.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  6. Extra Sleep Linked to Major Heart Health Benefits
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    Extra Sleep Linked to Major Heart Health Benefits

    Study shows 11 minutes more nightly sleep reduces cardiovascular risk by 10%.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  7. Cannabis Unlikely to Treat Mental Health Disorders
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    Cannabis Unlikely to Treat Mental Health Disorders

    A major study finds no strong evidence that medicinal cannabinoids help with depression, anxiety, or PTSD, raising concerns about widespread use.

    3mo ago 2 min read
  8. Medical Cannabis Lacks Strong Evidence for Treating Mental Health Disorders
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    Medical Cannabis Lacks Strong Evidence for Treating Mental Health Disorders

    A major review finds insufficient evidence that medicinal cannabis effectively treats anxiety, PTSD, or psychotic disorders, highlighting urgent need for more rigorous trials.

    3mo ago 1 min read