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From JCM http://www.jcm.co.uk/
TEA IS GOOD FOR THE BRAIN
A cohort study of 2501 people from Singapore has found that regular tea consumption is associated with lower risks of cognitive impairment and decline. The effects were most evident for black (fermented) and oolong (semi-fermented) teas. In contrast, no association between coffee intake and cognitive status was found. (Tea consumption and cognitive impairment and decline in older Chinese adults. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
2008 Jul;88(1):224-31).
TWENTY MINUTES HOUSEWORK ENOUGH TO BOOST MENTAL HEALTH
Taking part in just 20 minutes of any physical activity per week is enough to improve mental health. Researchers interviewed 19,842 Scottish men and women about their state of mind and weekly physical activity. Doing any form of daily physical activity (including housework, gardening, walking and sports) was associated with a lower risk of psychological distress, although a dose-response pattern was demonstrated with greater risk reduction for more activity. Mental health benefits were observed at a minimal level of at least 20 minutes per week of physical activity. (Dose response relationship between physical activity and mental health: The Scottish Health Survey. British Journal of Sports Medicine.
2008 Apr 10.
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