University at Buffalo researchers have come up with 10 health and wellness New Year's resolutions based on their research.
For example, Michael J. Poulin, a UB assistant professor of psychology, says helping sick family members can reduce stress and anxiety in the caregiver.
Losing a few pounds may help you survive a car crash, Dr. Dietrich V. Jehle, a professor of emergency medicine, says.
Get a good night's sleep, says Lisa B. Rafalson, who found that 7 hours of sleep may decrease the risk of developing diabetes.
Childhood friendships can be a substitute for food and therefore can help stem obesity, so parents should encourage children to develop friendships, says Sarah-Jeanne Salvy, an associate professor of pediatrics.
Don't give up because what doesn't kill us, does indeed make us more resilient, advises Mark D. Seery, an assistant professor of psychology.
Ming M. Chiu, a professor of learning and instruction, found that children who discuss current events with their parents develop better math and reasoning skills.
Anne M. Weaver and co-researchers at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, N.Y., found soy products are associated with a reduced risk of developing invasive breast tumors.
James N. Roemmich, associate professor of pediatrics, shows a simple morning walk could help curb stress-related spikes in heart rate and blood pressure in children.
To reduce the amount of snacks and junk food purchased, Satheeshkumar Seenivasan found that people who bought groceries in cash bought less empty calories.
Drinking with your spouse or partner can increase intimacy, Ashley Levitt of the Research Institute on Addictions.