Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is well-known for its ability to prevent cold – but it does more than that. A new study suggests that the vitamin also plays a role in modulating mental health problems, such as anxiety and anorexia. Published in the journal Nutrition Research, the study looked into the effects of vitamin C on … Continue reading Vitamin C levels modulate anxiety and anorexia – study
Curcumin found to be one of the best natural ways to alleviate depression
Curcumin, the main active ingredient in turmeric (Curcuma longa), is the closest thing that people have to a silver bullet. Studies have shown that it can be used to treat a laundry list of diseases, including cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s, and even cancer. Now, a meta-analysis published in the journal Phytotherapy Research suggests adding depression to the list. In the … Continue reading Curcumin found to be one of the best natural ways to alleviate depression
Sea bilberry found to be an effective natural antidepressant
A recent study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine revealed that sea bilberry (Vaccinium bracteatum) exhibited antioxidant and antidepressant properties. The research, led by the Jeonnam Institute of Natural Resources Research in South Korea, investigated not only the ability of sea bilberry to prevent oxidative damage, but also the mechanism behind its antidepressant properties. The team used a two-pronged approach in their experiments. … Continue reading Sea bilberry found to be an effective natural antidepressant
Scientists say eating eggs for breakfast helps boost brain function
Many people see eggs as the villains of the grocery cooler. One moment nutritionists are touting them for their health benefits, and the next they’re saying they’re bad for us. This controversy comes from the general belief that eggs raise cholesterol which may lead to a heart disease. Previous research has linked regular egg consumption … Continue reading Scientists say eating eggs for breakfast helps boost brain function
Happier and healthier: Curcumin-rich turmeric can help ease depression and anxiety, researchers find
Arthritis, diabetes, cancer, inflammation… the list of conditions that curcumin can help with is pretty impressive, with many common physical ailments benefiting to some degree from the compound found in turmeric. However, curcumin really puts the “super” in “superfood” by not just enhancing physical health but mental health as well – and we can now … Continue reading Happier and healthier: Curcumin-rich turmeric can help ease depression and anxiety, researchers find
Why Am I Always Tired? Simple Tips to Stay Alert
Source: Why Am I Always Tired? Simple Tips to Stay Alert by Dr. Edward Group It never fails — you go to bed to get some much-needed rest, wake up thinking you got plenty, and then suddenly you're tired again.Or maybe you just feel tired all the time, and for seemingly no reason — and sometimes … Continue reading Why Am I Always Tired? Simple Tips to Stay Alert
Frankincense: Nature’s psychoactive antidepressant
Many of the conditions that pharmaceutical firms develop drugs for can be treated safely and more effectively with natural solutions, and depression is certainly no exception. Given the many dangers of antidepressant medications, scientists are regularly studying ways nature can address this common problem, and one herb that is showing a lot of promise is … Continue reading Frankincense: Nature’s psychoactive antidepressant
Natural Compounds in Grapes Could Lead Us to An Epigenetic Treatment for Depression
Recent research suggests that our diet and lifestyle can change the expression of our genes. This occurs by adjusting epigenetic marks on top of our DNA without actually making any changes to the underlying genetic sequence. For example, blueberries were found to epigenetically reduce DNA damage and drinking green tea may turn some genes on or off in women. In a … Continue reading Natural Compounds in Grapes Could Lead Us to An Epigenetic Treatment for Depression
Vicious cycle: Lack of sleep causes fear and emotional reactions, which hinder sleep
Most of us have experienced the negative aspects of not having enough sleep at night. This includes, but is not limited to, emotional instability, difficulty in making decisions, and what was recently concluded in a Rutgers University study, a higher likelihood to be afraid. The researchers at Rutgers University spent a week studying and monitoring 17 students using headbands that … Continue reading Vicious cycle: Lack of sleep causes fear and emotional reactions, which hinder sleep
Improve cognitive performance and attention with good fats and nutrition
It is not news to us that consuming “good” or healthy types of fats provides health benefits. In a new study, researchers expanded on what those benefits are when they found that monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) are associated with improving cognitive performance and attention. MUFAs are plant-based, healthy fats commonly found in avocados, nuts and seeds, oils, olives, … Continue reading Improve cognitive performance and attention with good fats and nutrition
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