Taking a shower after exercise or after a hard day’s work not only washes away sweat, but also helps a lot in recovering a tired body. In particular, taking a shower in warm water activates the parasympathetic nervous system to relieve tension and is said to be effective in relieving stress. In addition, the effect […]
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AI-designed serotonin sensor may help scientists study sleep and mental health
Serotonin is a neurochemical that plays a critical role in the way the brain controls our thoughts and feelings. For example, many antidepressants are designed to alter serotonin signals sent between neurons. In an article in Cell, National Institutes of Health-funded researchers described how they used advanced genetic engineering techniques to transform a bacterial protein […]
COVID-19: Managing Mental Health With Yoga
The ancient practice of yoga could provide a sustainable exercise alternative for thousands of people isolating at home, as new research from the University of South Australia, shows that movement-based yoga can significantly improve mental health. The world first study conducted in partnership with the Federal University of Santa Maria, UNSW Sydney, Kings College London […]