A recent study from the University of Exeter confirms what many have suspected—kids are spending less time playing outside. The research shows that more than one-third of children don’t play outdoors during school days, and one in five skip outdoor play even on weekends. Experts warn that this decline could affect emotional regulation, behavior, and social development in children.
Meanwhile, scientists at the University of Michigan may have a breakthrough for chemotherapy patients. They've developed a shampoo-like hydrogel that could help prevent hair loss during treatment. The gel stays on the scalp for the duration of chemo drug exposure and is easily rinsed off afterward. Researchers are now aiming to move forward with clinical trials.
And in nutrition news, skipping breakfast could do more harm than you think. A new study out of Japan links skipping the morning meal to a higher risk of osteoporosis. The research also found that unhealthy eating habits often coincide with other risk factors such as smoking, poor sleep, and physical inactivity.