More severe menopausal symptoms, especially depressive symptoms and altered sexual function, are linked to lower cognitive scores for orientation, registration, attention, recall, and language/visuo-spatial skills.

Chewing food more increases diet-induced thermogenesis. This small increase in energy expenditure with each meal could prove beneficial for fighting excess weight or metabolic concerns. 

Bioengineers regenerate cartilage in a rabbit's knee, which could hold promise for healing joints it translate to humans. They designed a tissue scaffold made out of nanofibers that have a property called piezo-electricity.

A study of 91,000 adults finds that consuming 7 grams (1/2 of a tablespoon) of olive oil daily supports heart health and reduces the risk of dying from or developing heart, lung, or brain conditions.