Study identifies specific work factors that predict sleep problems

Specific psychological and social work factors were associated with sleep problems both concurrently and two years after exposure, indicating prolonged consequences, new research suggests. Results show that quantitative job demands, decision control, role conflict and support from a superior in the workplace were the most consistent predictors of troubled sleep, which was characterized by difficulty initiating sleep or disturbed sleep. Findings remained significant after adjustment for potential con-founders such as age, sex and occupation skill level.

Originally published at https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/04/160419081720.htm

Brain Health & Wellness

Find the latest on enhancing brain health, and get tips on memory improvement and stress management. Live smart and stay sharp at any age.

Source: http://www.aarp.org/health/brain-health/

How the brain consolidates memory during deep sleep

How long-term memory is formed is not well understood, and remains a central question of inquiry in neuroscience. Now researchers report they may have an answer to this question.

Originally published at https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/04/160414214830.htm

Is Stress to Blame for Your Memory Lapses?

Take these 5 easy steps to calm yourself down — and maybe even become less forgetful.

Source: http://www.aarp.org/health/brain-health/info-06-2013/is-stress-wrecking-your-memory.html

Diabetes cure speculated as insulin cells from animals are transplanted to humans

If successful, the transplants could free people with type 1 diabetes from daily insulin injections, according to scientists at the National Centre for Global Health and Medicine, Tokyo.

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Could your LOVE HANDLES hold the cure for diabetes?

Scientists in Switzerland say they've managed to genetically reprogramme stem cells from love handles and turn them into insulin-producing cells - potentially curing diabetes.

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Breakthrough toothpaste ingredient hardens your teeth while you sleep

A new toothpaste ingredient which puts back the lost minerals from tooth enamel and helps prevent  decay and treat  sensitivity while you sleep is available online and from specialist dental distributors now. It is expected to be available through high street stores by the end of the year.

Originally published at https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/04/160411092258.htm