October 1st, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World Over the past two decades, over 7,000 studies have been conducted on the harmful effects of microplastic pollution...
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Study – Plastics Used in Food Prep Are Leaching Toxins Into Our Bodies
September 24th, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World Plastics are everywhere—from the packaging that wraps our food to the gadgets we use daily. Yet hidden within...
Billions at Risk: The Global Micronutrient Deficiency Crisis
September 10th, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World With technological advancements and medical breakthroughs abound, it’s easy to assume that malnutrition is a...
Why Sleep Matters More for Overweight Adults
September 3rd, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World Sleep often takes a backseat to the demands of daily life. Yet, new research reveals that for overweight adults...
Study Finds Honey Enhances Yogurt’s Probiotic Benefits
August 21st, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World If you enjoy a bowl of plain yogurt in the morning, adding a spoonful of honey is a delicious way to sweeten your favorite...
New Study Shows the Mental Health Risks of Sleep Misalignment
August 13th, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World New research reveals that the timing of our sleep and our natural sleep preferences, known as chronotypes, significantly...
Exercise Proves Twice as Effective as Antidepressants for Depression
August 6th, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World Depression is a debilitating condition affecting millions worldwide, often more severely than physical ailments like...
How Mindfulness Training Can Lead to Altered States of Consciousness
July 31st, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World The Hidden Depths of Mindfulness Practice Mindfulness, a practice rooted in ancient traditions, has gained immense...
Give Your Teenage Self Advice: Boost Your Wellbeing Today
July 23rd, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World Unlocking the Power of Self-Reflection for Young Adults. The Journey to Self-Esteem, Resilience, and Mental Health In a...
Birdwatching: A Simple Activity with Big Mental Health Benefits
July 16th, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World Nature’s Secret to Well-Being In the hustle and bustle of college life, students are often overwhelmed with stress and...
Every Breath You Take: The Hidden Journey of Inhaled Plastic Particles
July 9th, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World A new threat has surfaced in a world increasingly concerned with environmental pollution—one that infiltrates our very...
Air Pollution and Depression: A Deadly Duo Impacting Heart Health in Middle-Aged Adults
July 2nd, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World Air pollution and mental health are critical issues often discussed independently. However, recent research highlights a...