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Apr 27
2010

Overindulging in chocolate could be a marker for depression

 

 

Crave chocolate? You may be depressed.

Of nearly 1,000 adults studied, those diagnosed with depression ate an average of 60% more chocolate (8.4 servings of chocolate versus 5.4 servings consumed per month)  The most depressed ate over 100% more (11.8 servings per month) of chocolate.

What is behind the depression-chocolate connection?

Apr 14
2010

JIM Carrey’s depression causes recent split from longtime partner Jenny McCarthy

JIM Carrey’s battle with depression caused his recent split from longtime partner Jenny McCarthy, it has been claimed.

Sources say the sexy blonde grew tired of the almost five-year relationship being such an “emotional roller-coaster” — but the former couple has vowed to stay friends. “While they always seemed so happy in public, behind the scenes was a different story,” a source told the National Enquirer. “They were always busting up and getting back together.

Apr 08
2010

St. John's Wort Collection Mined for Its Medicinal Value

 

A unique collection of St. John's wort (Hypericum) curated by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists in Ames, Iowa, is providing university collaborators with genetically diverse, well-documented sources of this herb to use in studies examining its medicinal potential.

Apr 05
2010

Professional wrestler Chris Kanyon found dead after losing his battle with depression

 

April 2, 2010 - Wrestler Chris Kanyon was found dead in his Queens New York apartment due to an apparent overdose. Initial reports indicate that it is a possible suicide. He was 40 years old. He may have won a lot of fights within the ring, however this long fought fight he lost.