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Does Power Breed Hypocrisy?

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It seems every few weeks a new story hits the headlines exposing a politician for some misstep in his personal life that contradicts the “family values” campaign on which he was elected.  Perplexed by these double standards, a team of … Read More

How To Stick With Future Goals

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It isn’t just your mother who tells you that good things come to those who wait: your brain does, too!  According to new scientific research by Dr. Jan Peters and Christian Büchel, the human brain is wired to help encourage … Read More

Link Between Stress, Anxiety, and Depression

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You might recognize that anxiety is often accompanied by depression, but did you know there is a biological link between the two?  Using mice, scientists may have determined exactly how stress and anxiety can lead to depression in the brain.  The … Read More

Living La Vida Low Carb

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Low-carb diets have stolen the spotlight over the last decade in the quick weight loss category, but are they a good solution for keeping excess pounds off for good?  A family friend strictly follows a low-carb diet and I’ve always … Read More