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Medically reviewed by Kathleen Daly, MD Older people often have sleep challenges, but they may benefit from seven to eight ...

A study describes a mechanism in mice through which psychological stress can alter gut microbiome and thereby can increase ...

Creatine plays an important role in supplying the brain with energy. Early research indicates high doses of the supplement could improve cognition in people whose brains are stressed.

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