Tag: mood

China lands on Mars in major advance for its space ambitions

Good News Notes: “China landed a spacecraft on Mars for the first time on Saturday, a technically challenging feat more difficult than a moon landing, in the latest step forward for its ambitious goals in space. Plans call for a rover to stay in the lander for a few days of diagnostic tests before rolling…

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The best houseplants to boost your mood and improve your health

 Good News Notes: “As all plant parents will know, having some flourishing greenery in your home is enough to make you smile.  But according to psychologists, having the right selection of indoor plants can actually boost your concentration and productivity by  up to 15 percent.“ View the whole story here: https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/lifestyle/2020/06/the-best-houseplants-to-boost-your-mood-and-improve-your-health.html

How Yoga Exercises Its Positive Effect on Depression

Good News Notes: “Yoga appears to improve mood through increased activity of an amino acid neurotransmitter known to influence mood, anxiety, and sleep, a small randomized trial suggests. Investigators found yoga was associated with improved mood and increased levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).” “‘The study suggests that the…

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