Universal-Sci Weekly - Issue #109
Dear subscribers, welcome to the latest edition of Universal-Sci Weekly!
This week, Mount Etna’s eruption reminded us how unpredictable nature can be, so we’re looking at the world’s five deadliest volcanoes and what makes them so dangerous.
We also take a closer look at a viral trend: Can taping your mouth shut at night really improve your sleep? Are we truly becoming less sociable as we age? Plus, find out how a hawk uses city traffic lights to hunt, and why the quality of your food may be even more important than your overall diet when it comes to heart health.
As always, please enjoy our articles!
The world’s five deadliest volcanoes … and why they’re so dangerous
The recent eruption of Mount Etna has once again reminded us of the raw power and unpredictability of Earth’s volcanoes prompting us to revisit an article from 2017.
These are the world’s five deadliest volcanoes, and why they’re so dangerous. - (Read more)
Does Taping Your Mouth Shut at Night Really Improve Sleep?
A recent social media trend involving taping one's mouth shut at night to prevent mouth breathing has sparked considerable debate. But according to new research, this popular sleep hack may be less effective—and more risky—than people think.
Researchers at Western University in Ontario, Canada, recently reviewed 10 studies to determine if mouth taping truly offers any sleep-related benefits. Their findings, published in the open-access journal PLOS One, indicate that this trendy practice might not deliver significant health improvements and, in some cases, could even pose serious risks. - (Read more)
Do We Really Become Less Sociable as We Age?
It is generally believed that people become gradually less sociable as they grow older. Is this actually the case, and if so, what causes this change?
A new study published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS One researchers sheds light on the connection between age and sociability by looking directly at changes within our brains. - (Read more)
The Surprising Way a Hawk Used Traffic Lights to Improve Its Hunting Success
Have you ever wondered how animals adapt to urban life, with its traffic jams and busy streets?
A fascinating observation by researcher Dr. Vladimir Dinets sheds light on how some birds might not only survive but cleverly take advantage of human activities—particularly traffic. - (Read more)
Is Food Quality More Important Than Reducing Fat or Carbs for Heart Health?
According to new research, what you eat may be just as important as the type of diet you follow when it comes to protecting your heart.
A major new study, which tracked nearly 200,000 people over several decades, shows that focusing on high-quality foods is crucial for heart health, whether you're on a low-carbohydrate or low-fat diet. - (Read more)
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