Money and power affect the amount of gray matter in the brain.

Socioeconomic status is associated with gray matter volume in the brain. Depending on the level of education and income, the prestige of work and place of residence, it varies within 1.6%. Low status in general negatively affects the brain. These conclusions were made by scientists from the University of Pennsylvania during the analysis of data from the British Biobank - it contains information about about 500 thousand people.

Turmeric strengthens memory and improves mood.

These conclusions were made by scientists from the Center for Longevity at the University of California. They conducted a study involving 40 people aged 51-84 years. All volunteers had slight memory problems. Study participants took 90 milligrams of curcumin twice a day for 18 months. After therapy, they performed 28% better on various types of cognitive tests. This may be due to the fact that thanks to curcumin, fewer plaques and tangles appear in the brain regions responsible for mood and memory - they are found in Alzheimer's disease.

An eco-activist from Los Angeles put on his trash for a month to save the planet.

Rob Greenfield put the trash in the see-through pockets of his custom-tailored suit. At the end of the experiment, bags with disposable cups, napkins, cotton swabs, bottles and packages weighed about 28 kilograms. Rob, hung with garbage, walked around the city and its environs, demonstrating how much waste one person produces in just a month.

The first transgender Barbie appeared - in honor of actress Laverne Cox.

Mattel has released the first transgender Barbie inspired by LGBT activist and actress Laverne Cox. The release of the doll is timed to coincide with the anniversary of the star - at the end of May she turns 50 years old. Cox is best known for her role as prisoner Sophia Burset in Orange Is the New Black. After the release of the premiere season, Laverne became the first trans woman to be nominated for an Emmy and appear on the cover of Time magazine.

The bacterium Salmonella, potentially harmful to humans, has been shown to be useful in the treatment of cancer.

Scientists have found that it is able to form colonies around tumors and signal a threat to the immune system and used it to use it as a means of delivering signaling antigens to the tumor. Among mice that received bacterial therapy, 83% survived, while only 25% survived in the placebo control group. The scientists are now planning human trials.

Small and big flaws in each zodiac sign. Scorpio: straight.

"Your new pants are no good!" Scorpio says the first thing that comes to mind, but he is not very tactful. And it does not always do it out of recklessness. In fact, the representatives of this sign are quite cunning and insidious, they like to put pressure on people's sore spots. If you are a friend of a Scorpio, sometimes you have to remind him that he doesn't always have to show his sting.

From different planets: 6 pairs of zodiac signs that don't match. GEMINI ARE PISCES.

Gemini stars endowed with a very open and sociable character. They really like to be in the center of attention, they know how to attract the sympathy of others. Geminis are good at negotiating, but if they can't get their way directly, they will use cunning or even resort to deceit. The nature of those born under this sign may not be the most romantic, but spontaneous and joyful. Geminis love adventure and are far from immediately ready to enter into a serious relationship. Pisces cannot imagine a happy life in a couple without a relationship in which the partner can be completely trusted. If they themselves are in love, they are often ready to make concessions and compromises. Unfortunately, Gemini is not always able to appreciate their care and delicacy - and this can cause annoyance and disappointment in Pisces.

5 altruistic zodiac signs: who can help for free? Libra.

Libra - moral altruism. Libra is a people of words and lofty ideals. Among them are not only philosophers, but also practical philanthropists who are trying to make the world a little better. They will never refuse roadside assistance and will gladly pay for a fellow traveler who has lost money. Libra equally empathize with the problems of loved ones and the troubles of strangers.

What should be avoided by each sign of the zodiac. Fish.

Pisces are not indifferent to alcohol and drugs. Be more attentive to yourself, do not give in to a momentary temptation. You are stronger than you think! Pisces are easy to get involved in unpredictable situations, they often converge with unbalanced people. Which most often destroys them. Try to bypass such people, although it will often be difficult for you to do this. They are attracted to you like a magnet.

DAILY HOROSCOPE May 27th.

Capricorn♑️ It is worth seriously preparing for any meetings and negotiations scheduled for this day. Do not count on your ability to improvise and quickly find the right words. It is better to think over your arguments and arguments in advance. With this approach, you will have a chance to convince even those who were skeptical before. Aquarius♒️ The day is suitable for meeting a person whom you would like to like. It will be possible to quickly find a common language, to make the right impression. It does not matter whether the conversation will be about work, hobbies or some personal matters. In any case, you will get along very well, quickly agree on joint actions. Pisces♓️ The first half of the day is suitable in order to complete the cases started earlier, to resolve some issues related to documents that require contacting government organizations. Do not rush to experiment, take on something new: the right moment for this will come a little later.

DAILY HOROSCOPE May 27th.

DAILY HOROSCOPE May 27th. Libra♎️ Work, today you are doing it especially well. It will be possible to solve the most difficult problems, find answers to questions that have baffled everyone. The knowledge and skills that you received a long time ago will be useful. People who underestimated you before will realize how wrong they were. Scorpio♏️ The day will be hectic, you will hardly be able to avoid tense moments. Most likely, you will have to solve several issues at once, to deal not only with your own, but also with other people's affairs. Despite all the difficulties, you will manage to maintain a positive attitude. Others will like your optimism, many will want to get to know each other better, make friends. Sagittarius♐️ It will be useful to take a break from the usual things, at least for a while, to do something new. The day is unlikely to be marked by great successes and important victories, but on the whole it will turn out well, it will give reasons for joy. There will be an opportunity to meet old friends. Communication with them will not only please you, but will also be very useful. Perhaps they will offer you something interesting or give you sensible advice.

DAILY HOROSCOPE May 27th.

Cancer♋️ For serious conversations and important meetings, the first half of the day is suitable. At this time, it will be easy for you to get along with both old and new acquaintances. It will be possible to agree on joint actions even with those with whom you previously competed. Recent ill-wishers may take your side. Leo♌️ Keeping calm today will not be easy. People around you can interfere in your affairs more often than usual, distract you with empty talk and unsolicited advice. You will cope with the solution of difficult tasks and achieve a lot if you act on your own. It will be possible to carry out what was conceived a long time ago. Virgo♍️ Don't worry if things don't go according to plan. Most likely, some things will have to be postponed. But new opportunities will open up, and you will try to take advantage of them. Lucky matches are likely. Thanks to them, many Virgos will be able to achieve professional success, acquire useful business connections.

DAILY HOROSCOPE May 27th.

Aries♈️ Try not to rush. The first half of the day is hardly suitable for serious business or important meetings. You don't have to take on something completely new. Finish what you started first: this will avoid fuss and confusion. Good news from afar is likely. Some Aries will receive interesting job offers. Taurus♉️ At the beginning of the day, try to act on your own. It is unlikely that others will be able to evaluate your ideas or help you in the implementation of your plan. Disagreements at work and at home are not ruled out. You will be able to maintain your composure, avoid long disputes, but tense moments are still possible. Gemini♊️ Focus on solving financial issues: here you will be lucky. Cash receipts are likely, including from unexpected sources, bargain purchases and deals. New professional plans may appear, it will become clear what you should do now in order to climb the career ladder in the near future.

Small and big flaws in each zodiac sign. Libra: indecisive.

If possible, avoid shopping with Libra. They can never decide what to buy. This indecisiveness of theirs manifests itself in communication with people. When they take a side, it becomes difficult for them to defend it. They are like weathercocks and usually float downstream. In addition to being indecisive, Libras are vain and superficial. If you have a Libra friend, help him make decisions, he will be grateful.

From different planets: 6 pairs of zodiac signs that don't match. TAURUS - LEO.

Taurus is one of those who are often called owners in relationships; in general, he is endowed with a rather strong and straightforward character. A person born under this sign usually has a developed aesthetic sense: he notices and appreciates everything beautiful in what surrounds him. Taurus are practical and rational, but they cannot be called inveterate materialists. Professionally, they are not always ambitious, but a pleasant working environment is important for them. Their main values ​​in life are family and good friends. A lion in a relationship is exactly the same great owner: under no circumstances is he ready to part with his prey. And where such strong and unipolar feelings meet, the flame of jealousy can easily flare up. In addition, Leos love the admiration of others, they are used to shining among the crowd - and this only adds fuel to the fire. In conflicts, both partners tend to have the last word, and the lion's pride collides with the stubbornness that distinguishes Taurus.

5 altruistic zodiac signs: who can help for free? Aquarius.

Aquarius - moral altruism. To arouse the desire of Aquarius to help, it is useless to call to his mind - he is guided by momentary impulses and feelings that are not subject to logic. He is an idealist who sees the world brighter and more perfect, when he sees other people's problems, it is difficult for him to stay away.

What should be avoided by each sign of the zodiac. Aquarius.

Aquarians tend to get into non-standard life situations and find contacts with unusual people. Do not waste your time on stupid adventures, they most often will not lead to anything good.

DAILY HOROSCOPE May 26th.

Capricorn♑️ Make plans: today you will do great. It will be possible to correctly assess both the current situation and their own capabilities. You will not harbor false hopes, expect too much from others. Business negotiations will go well. It is possible that you will be offered to join the work on some interesting and promising project. Aquarius♒️ It is worth starting the day with important conversations. In the morning you can easily find a common language even with those whom you did not understand at all before. There will be a chance to establish business relations, which have recently developed tensely and upset you very much. It will not be difficult for you to understand what is in the soul of those around you. Intuition will tell you how to help those who are dear to you. Pisces♓️ Get ready for business in the morning. This day promises professional success to Pisces, who will not waste time in vain. Even completely new work tasks you will solve quickly. Probably, people whom you met recently will help with this. Dating is possible, which will receive a romantic continuation.

DAILY HOROSCOPE May 26th.

Libra♎️ Do not hurry. The day will turn out well if you yourself make informed decisions, evaluate the possible consequences of each of your actions. Many Libras today will benefit from the experience gained earlier. Thanks to him, the representatives of the sign will not make mistakes, they will quickly cope with what did not work before. Scorpio♏️ The beginning of the day will be very favorable for business communication. It is at this time that it is worth planning important meetings, negotiations on cooperation. It is helpful to discuss professional plans with people whose experience inspires respect. You will surely get useful tips. Sagittarius♐️ Be patient with others at the start of the day. You may be misunderstood even by those with whom you used to get along great. You will have to explain the simplest things more than once or twice; some Sagittarius at such moments will not be easy to cope with irritation. Over time, the influence of positive trends will increase, communication will be pleasing. The evening promises especially pleasant meetings.

DAILY HOROSCOPE May 26th.

Cancer♋️ This is not the easiest day: you will have to make an effort to achieve success. However, the impact of positive trends will still be noticeable. You will cope well with work that previously seemed extremely difficult, you will learn a lot. You will be able to negotiate with those with whom you did not get along before. Leo♌️ Try not to get angry over the little things at the start of the day. This will be a difficult task, because the emotional background will be tense. But you can do it. In addition, there will be people nearby who know how to support you and cheer you up. Try to focus on useful things. Virgo♍️ It is worth acting on your own at the beginning of the day. It will hardly be easy to negotiate with someone at this time; disagreements can arise over any trifle. Arguments are not ruled out even with those with whom you previously got along well. But the influence of positive trends will increase rapidly, and soon you will find a common language with everyone.