5 stories tagged #University of Toronto

  1. New Study Challenges Safety of Moderate Alcohol Consumption
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    New Study Challenges Safety of Moderate Alcohol Consumption

    Research published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs suggests no amount of alcohol is safe, contradicting previous guidelines that endorsed moderate daily drinking for health benefits.

    last wk. 2 min read
  2. Speech Speed May Signal Early Cognitive Decline
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    Speech Speed May Signal Early Cognitive Decline

    New research links slower speech and longer pauses to early signs of Alzheimer's, even before symptoms appear.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  3. Study Links Ultra-Processed Foods in Young Children to Behavioral Issues
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    Study Links Ultra-Processed Foods in Young Children to Behavioral Issues

    New research from the University of Toronto indicates a significant association between early consumption of ultra-processed foods and later behavioral and emotional difficulties in children.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  4. Sugar Solution Eases Infant Pain During Hospital Procedures, Study Confirms
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    Sugar Solution Eases Infant Pain During Hospital Procedures, Study Confirms

    New Cochrane review reveals simple sugar solution effectively reduces pain in babies during common hospital procedures like blood tests and vaccinations.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  5. Unlock 40 Extra Minutes Daily: Peak Mental Sharpness Drives Productivity
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    Unlock 40 Extra Minutes Daily: Peak Mental Sharpness Drives Productivity

    New research reveals how optimal cognitive function can add up to 40 minutes of productive work each day, explaining daily performance fluctuations.

    4mo ago 1 min read