Correlation Found Between Suffering from Migraines and Depression

The incidence of depression is higher in women suffering from migraines, a new study has demonstrated. The work examined thousands of women, and found that those having a history of any type of migraine had a 40% greater chance of developing depression. The finding suggests that there may be a common cause between the two… [Continue Reading]

Breastfeeding Mothers Should Limit Caffeine Consumption

Doctors are reminding mothers that caffeine is transmitted through breastmilk, and may have consequences for their baby’s behavior. A recently published interview with a breastfeeding expert has raised questions about how babies metabolize caffeine,  highlighting gaps in the research literature. Babies are not able to metabolize or excrete caffeine very well, so a breastfeeding mother’s… [Continue Reading]