LONGITUDINAL STUDIES

May 08 2025SCIENCE

Does Faith Fuel Health or Vice Versa?

The idea that faith and health are connected is not new. Many people believe that having strong religious or spiritual beliefs can lead to better health. But here is the thing: which comes first? Does being healthy make someone more likely to engage in religious or spiritual activities? Or does being religious or spiritual make someone healthier? This is a tricky que...

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May 03 2025HEALTH

The Breath of Purpose

The idea that having a sense of purpose might be good for your lungs is a fascinating one. It is not a new thought that having a clear sense of purpose in life can lead to better health. This idea has been studied before. However, it is unclear whether this sense of purpose can affect lung function. Lung function is a crucial indicator of overall health and how l...

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