How we look can affect our psychological well-being that’s why a lot of us today are depressed or stressed. Some of us even doubt that we are likable because of our appearance. We may doubt our worth, wonder if people really understand how we look, and ask how could they like us when we haveContinueContinue reading “Effect of Appearance Judgement on Cortisol Response”
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Impact of a Brief Shared Expressive Writing Activity on Stress
A brief shared writing exercise can enhance communication and reduce self-perceived stress. It can be helpful even for people who have not used journaling or expressive writing in the past. This has been demonstrated when Three-Minute Mental Makeover (3MMM), an expressive writing tool that was developed by a hospital’s narrative medicine group has been evaluated.ContinueContinue reading “Impact of a Brief Shared Expressive Writing Activity on Stress”
Effective Expressive Writing Technique for Group Dynamics and Stress Relief
Expressive writing is the process of self-expression through writing. It is believed to have beneficial effects especially in stress management. Below is one of the expressive writing techniques that’s been proven to be effective. Brief guided writing exercise technique A published paper in 2020 described the effects of Three-Minute Mental Makeover (3MMM), a writing exerciseContinueContinue reading “Effective Expressive Writing Technique for Group Dynamics and Stress Relief”
Curative Effects of Phyllanthus Niruri on Kidney Stone
Most opt for allopathic medicine for quick kidney stone removal. Whereas those who are into complementary medicine prefer plants and herbs that can dissolve the stone. There are only a few recommended natural remedies for kidney stones, and most of them have not yet undergone clinical trials. As of writing, there are only two herbalContinueContinue reading “Curative Effects of Phyllanthus Niruri on Kidney Stone”
Positive Effect of Rosemary Essential on Cognitive Performance
Active compounds of essential oil such as 1,8-cineole are absorbed and can be detectable in the blood serum after exposure and inhaling an oil’s aroma. Moreover, higher concentrations of absorbed 1,8-cineole can influence cognitive performance positively. These were the elicited results of a clinical experimental trial in the UK that was published in a 2012ContinueContinue reading “Positive Effect of Rosemary Essential on Cognitive Performance”
Cortisol, the stress hormone
Some things can cause stress in our lives, but our resiliency enables us to overcome those difficulties. However, when disappointment after disappointment happens, it could result in increased number of stress hormones. This may not only lead to possible psychological problems but physiological as well. Cortisol, the body’s stress hormone Cortisol is a stress hormone thatContinueContinue reading “Cortisol, the stress hormone”
Manifestation of Essential Oil’s Active Compounds On Blood
Active compounds of essential oil such as 1,8-cineole are absorbed and can be detectable in the blood serum after exposure and inhaling an oil’s aroma. Moreover, higher concentrations of absorbed 1,8-cineole can influence cognitive performance positively. These were the elicited results of a clinical experimental trial in the UK that was published in a 2012ContinueContinue reading “Manifestation of Essential Oil’s Active Compounds On Blood”
Does Smoking Makes You Poop?
Cigarette smoking is widely known as a health-harming product. That’s why advisories are scattered around public places to remind us about its side effects. Though smoking poses some risks, a lot of people still do it. Some smoke because it has become a habit, while others find it fun and use it for socializing. Surprisingly,ContinueContinue reading “Does Smoking Makes You Poop?”
Does Smoking Worsens Parkinson’s Disease?
Smoking can prevent constipation according to a published research paper in 2022 in Cureus. The participants of this study were Parkinson’s disease patients and controls. To determine the association, a cohort of subjects from the UK Biobank UK – a large prospective observational study were included. Participants were recruited from 22 centers located throughout England,ContinueContinue reading “Does Smoking Worsens Parkinson’s Disease?”
Drinking Coffee and Tea Prevents Parkinson’s Disease
Coffee and tea drinking can prevent constipation according to a published research paper in 2022 in Cureus. The participants of this study were Parkinson’s disease patients and controls. To determine the association, a cohort of subjects from the UK Biobank UK – a large prospective observational study were included. Participants were recruited from 22 centersContinueContinue reading “Drinking Coffee and Tea Prevents Parkinson’s Disease”
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