Ketamine shows promise for treatment-resistant depression in a new study

Share on PinterestA new study has found that ketamine infusion is comparable to electroconvulsive therapy in the treatment of major depressive disorder. Aitor Diago/Getty Images Major depression is a serious mental illness that can cause emotional and physical symptoms as well decrease in quality of life. Researchers are still trying to figure out the best … Read more

Eating this fruit could prevent frailty in old age, study shows

New research shows that foods high in flavonoids may help prevent frailty in older adults. Researchers have found this to be especially true in quercetin-rich foods. Here, nutrition experts explain the findings. As we age, our bodies naturally lose some degree of bone strength, and brittleness, or weakness, becomes a more common problem. Now, a … Read more

Ketamine shows promise for hard-to-treat depression in a new study

A new study suggests that, for some patients, the anesthetic ketamine is a promising alternative to electroconvulsive therapy, or ECT, currently one of the fastest and most effective therapies for patients with hard-to-treat depression. The study is the largest direct comparison of the two treatments. Patients who fail to respond to at least two antidepressants, … Read more

New research shows the link between cannabis and psychosis

(NewsNation) As the legalization of recreational marijuana spreads, a growing body of research suggests there may be a possible risk between the drug and serious mental health problems. There is concern about a possible link between cannabis, psychosis and schizophrenia, and research suggests that young people are at highest risk. Laura and John Stack are … Read more

Can multivitamins improve memory? A new study shows \’intriguing\’ results.

The brain requires a large number of nutrients for optimal health and efficiency, but micronutrients are typically absorbed better through foods than through supplements. Grace Cary/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption on/off Grace Cary/Getty Images The brain requires a large number of nutrients for optimal health and efficiency, but micronutrients are typically absorbed better through … Read more

People With Type 2 Diabetes May Benefit From Afternoon Exercise, Study Shows | Cnn

Kobus Louw/E+/Getty Images The researchers concluded that \”timing seems to matter\” when it comes to exercise. Cnn People with type 2 diabetes should exercise in the afternoon instead of the morning to manage their blood sugar, according to a new study. In this study, we showed that adults with type 2 diabetes had the greatest … Read more

Daily multivitamin improves memory in older adults, study shows

Share on PinterestA daily multivitamin may offer a modest benefit to cognitive function among older adults, according to a new study. Kemal Yildrim/Getty Images A daily multivitamin may offer a modest benefit to cognitive function, according to new research. The three-year study showed improved memory among subjects taking a daily multivitamin. Study subjects with cardiovascular … Read more