Just last month NASA published a one-of-a-kind twin study, describing what physiological, molecular and cognitive changes could happen to us from exposure to spaceflight hazards. This study proves, once again, the capability of our body to adapt to extreme environments.
Houseplants are more popular than ever and the media are eagerly responding to this. Experts and random websites alike claim that houseplants can cause all kinds of cognitive and psychological benefits. But is this true?
Although stress has a bit of a bad name, the best way to develop a
Scientists don’t agree on whether cell phone radiation is safe for our health. If you’re concerned, here’s how to reduce your exposure to this type of radiation when using your phone.?
Administering a small dose of hallucinogens (also called microdosing) has become more and more popular.
In recent years, practitioners and scientists alike have made grandiose claims about the benefits of mindfulness meditation. Countless case studies support the idea that mindfulness meditation can improve virtually every domain of life. Unfortunately, few of these benefits meet scientific consensus. So which ones hold up? Find out here.
In a previous DW blog, we showed that dreams can become “real” with lucid dreaming.
In recent years intermittent fasting has become a popular food trend and diet. But apart from just helping with weight loss, it has many more health benefits.
While scientists are currently trying to develop treatments that prevent severe near-sightedness in humans, there might be a much simpler solution to the problem: just spend more time outside.
In order to complete our routines, we rely on the power of memory. Remembering things is easier, not to mention funnier, if you do it through song!?