Lynn Allison

West Palm Beach

Journalist at Newsmax

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Walnuts for Breakfast Boosts Afternoon Brain Power

1 day ago | newsmax.com | Lynn Allison

There is a reason why walnuts are shaped like our brains. A recent study found that eating walnuts for breakfast improved performance on cognitive tasks. However, the benefits only appeared six hours later, according to Study Finds. So, eating a handful of walnuts in the morning can improve your mental acuity later in the day. For the study, participants ate a breakfast of 50 grams of crushed walnuts (about 25 walnut halves), yogurt and muesli one morning.
Diana Ross's Secrets to Staying Youthful

5 days ago | newsmax.com | Lynn Allison

Singer Diana Ross wowed at the Met Gala last Monday, proving she’s still supreme. The 81-year-old celebrity wore a magnificent gown with an 18-foot train embroidered with the names of her five children and eight grandchildren. But it wasn’t just the “forever family gown” that grabbed attention, Ross’s youthful appearance proved that age can be just a number. According to TODAY, here are Ross’s four simple healthy lifestyle tips:• Never retire.
The Brain Benefits of Forgiveness

6 days ago | newsmax.com | Lynn Allison

When you feel like you have been wronged, letting go of anger is hard. But it is worth it. Experts from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health say studies have found that forgiveness may lower levels of depression, anxiety and hostility. It’s also linked to reduced substance abuse, higher self-esteem and greater life satisfaction. On the flip side, holding on to negative feelings can harm to your health.
How Often You Should Clean Your Toilet

1 week ago | newsmax.com | Lynn Allison

No one looks forward to cleaning the toilet, but it is job that can’t be avoided. Just how often you should get out the scrubber depends on a few variables, such as how many people, most importantly, men, you have living in the house, if someone’s been ill, and if the toilet is reserved for guests only.
6 Tips to Prevent Memory Loss

1 week ago | newsmax.com | Lynn Allison

There are days when you feel like you’re losing your mind. You leave your phone at home. You walk into a room without knowing why you’re there. You can’t remember the name of your best friend’s daughter — the one who is getting married next month. But neurologist Dr. Daniel Lesley tells TIME that if you feel that your memory is slipping, there are simple remedies to assess and improve the situation. • Check if it’s reversible.
Eat These Four Fruits to Sleep More Soundly

1 week ago | newsmax.com | Lynn Allison

According to the National Sleep Foundation, more than half of American adults do not get enough sleep and 82% wish they could get better sleep. Late-night snacking on low-fiber, high-fat foods such a dish of ice cream, a left-over slice of cheesecake, or a chocolate-covered donut may sound appealing, but they're all associated with lighter, less restorative sleep.
When to Seek a Second Opinion

2 weeks ago | newsmax.com | Lynn Allison

Second opinions can save lives. In one study, Mayo Clinic researchers found that as many as 88% of patients who went to their clinic for a second opinion left with a new or refined diagnosis – changing their care plan and potentially their lives. Conversely, only 12% received confirmation that the original diagnosis was complete and correct.
Foods that Help Minimize Varicose Veins

2 weeks ago | newsmax.com | Lynn Allison

As warmer weather approaches, so do shorts, skirts and dresses that reveal more leg. But unsightly varicose veins that plague up to 30% of adults, especially women and older individuals, can be embarrassing. To minimize and prevent these large, twisted veins that appear just under the skin, certain lifestyle strategies can help. Dr. Mohamed T.
Recalls are Rising: The Top 10 Riskiest Foods

2 weeks ago | newsmax.com | Lynn Allison

If you are concerned by the number of food recalls in the news, you’re not alone. There was a 41% increase in food recalls in 2024 due to contamination with salmonella, E. coli, and listeria, according to the U.S Public Interest Research Group Education Fund. In addition, confirmed cases of foodborne illness rose by 20% and related hospitalizations and deaths more than doubled, says Consumer Reports.
Immunotherapy Could Replace Invasive Cancer Therapy

2 weeks ago | newsmax.com | Lynn Allison

A new clinical trial found that some cancers can be treated effectively with an immunotherapy drug alone, sparing patients from invasive surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation. Researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York found that 80% of specific forms of solid tumor cancers could be treated with just the immunotherapy drug, dostarlimab, according to The New York Times.