Source: The 10 Best Ways to Find Happiness in the New Year by Dr. Edward Group As the holiday season winds down and the calendar switches to a new year, it’s natural to take stock of where you are and what you can improve in your life. It’s no surprise that many people have the same … Continue reading The 10 Best Ways to Find Happiness in the New Year
Poor Socioeconomic Status May Leave Epigenetic Mark on Gene Linked to Depression
Could there be connections between socio-economic status, epigenetics, and one’s likelihood of developing depression? Previous and current research has long revealed a relationship between poverty and depression, and now new research suggests that there could be an underlying epigenetic influence. This new finding may help mediate the association between lower socioeconomic status and the risk of … Continue reading Poor Socioeconomic Status May Leave Epigenetic Mark on Gene Linked to Depression
Top 9 Foods That Calm Anxiety & Reduce Stress
Source: Top 9 Foods That Calm Anxiety & Reduce Stress by Dr. Edward Group They say you are what you eat, and when it comes to mental health, it’s truer than ever.[1, 2, 3] Eating well not only lifts your mood but also contributes to a happy, healthy brain. A plant-based diet full of fresh fruits, vegetables, seeds, … Continue reading Top 9 Foods That Calm Anxiety & Reduce Stress
Understanding the gut-brain axis: Can a probiotic help reduce stress levels?
Scientists have long believed that bidirectional communication exists between the gut and the brain. In fact, evidence suggesting that the gut microbiota — the diverse community of microbes living in the human gut — interacts with the central nervous system (CNS) and influences brain function has increased over the years. Recent studies even propose that this happens via several … Continue reading Understanding the gut-brain axis: Can a probiotic help reduce stress levels?
Running outside vs. running on a treadmill: Which exercise is right for you?
Running is a wonderful aerobic exercise that offers numerous health benefits. It can reduce stress, strengthen the bones, help burn calories, and improve heart health. Running can be done indoors (on a treadmill) or outdoors — depending on a person’s preference — and each comes with its own advantages and disadvantages. If you can’t decide … Continue reading Running outside vs. running on a treadmill: Which exercise is right for you?
Vitamins, supplements and teas: Relieve anxiety naturally with these 16 home remedies
Anxiety is a normal human emotion that can be triggered by imminent danger or the presence of threats. According to science, anxiety is part of the body’s fight-or-flight response and is integral to human survival. However, this useful emotion, when experienced at disproportionate levels, can turn into anxiety disorder, a medical condition. Anxiety disorder can cause excessive apprehension, fear, … Continue reading Vitamins, supplements and teas: Relieve anxiety naturally with these 16 home remedies
Think positive: Optimists eat healthier
Having a positive mindset can lead to eating healthier. A study published in the journal Appetite found that optimists tend to follow a healthy diet. A team of researchers from the University of East Anglia in Norwich, England looked at the motivational role of a theory known as regulatory focus on consumers’ involvement in nutrition. In other words, they measured the time … Continue reading Think positive: Optimists eat healthier
How to Be Happy & Live a More Fulfilled Life
Source: How to Be Happy & Live a More Fulfilled Life by Dr. Edward Group I ask people how much of your day are you working on you? And very few people spend time working on themselves. What is the secret to happiness? Oh, gosh. If there were a secret to happiness, I would hope everybody … Continue reading How to Be Happy & Live a More Fulfilled Life
Mental Clarity: 9 Natural Solutions That Work
Source: Mental Clarity: 9 Natural Solutions That Work by Dr. Edward Group Like any part of your body, the brain can become stressed and unwell. It can also stay healthy, sharp, and clear. Your brain is an incredible machine if you think about it. That 3-pound organ contains billions of cells with trillions of connections — … Continue reading Mental Clarity: 9 Natural Solutions That Work
Importance of Self Care — Dr. Group’s Holistic & Effective Method
Source: Importance of Self Care — Dr. Group’s Holistic & Effective Method by Dr. Edward Group Becoming more mentally, physically, and spiritually strong is possible with the tools and the guidance that I'm going to give you today.Let's talk about why self-care is important — how can you achieve amazing mental and physical health without feeling … Continue reading Importance of Self Care — Dr. Group’s Holistic & Effective Method
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 