Every year, more people suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia – it is estimated that sufferers will reach 42 million by the year 2020. In a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, Malaysian researchers suggest that edible and medicinal mushrooms can be used to nourish the brain and halt the progress of neurodegenerative … Continue reading Eat more mushrooms for a healthier brain
What is the link between dopamine and mental health?
Many people experience days when it’s harder than usual to get up in the morning. However, for some this occurs on a daily basis. This can be attributed to reduced dopamine levels in the body, which can progress into mental health problems when left untreated. Dopamine is the neurotransmitter responsible for providing the feeling of motivation towards … Continue reading What is the link between dopamine and mental health?
Many mental illnesses are inflammation based: More and more science backs up a link between gut health and mental health
You may have heard before that your stomach is home to trillions of bacteria. These microorganisms help break down the food you eat and have a lot to do with the quality of your overall health. But did you know that the state of your gut can impact the state of your mind, and in turn may affect your mood? … Continue reading Many mental illnesses are inflammation based: More and more science backs up a link between gut health and mental health
Bitter melon seed oil found to help fight obesity
Bitter melons contain a lot of health benefits despite its acrid taste. In particular, the anti-obesity properties that bitter melon seed oil may be linked to changes in density in the hypothalamic spine, that is, the region connecting the hypothalamus and the spinal cord. The study, published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism, also indicated that bitter melon … Continue reading Bitter melon seed oil found to help fight obesity
Research on brain development shows influence of nature, green spaces and physical activity on children’s brains
If you want your children to have smarter brains, sharper memories, and longer attention spans, raise them in a home with lots of greenery and plenty of physical activity. That’s because two Spanish studies discovered that nature and exercise exert strong influences upon brain development and mental health, reported a Waking Times article. The Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) collaborated with Hospital del Mar … Continue reading Research on brain development shows influence of nature, green spaces and physical activity on children’s brains
Effortless yet effective way of boosting memory performance revealed, works for both young students and Alzheimer’s patients
The human memory is a fragile and often misunderstood thing. It’s well-known that the brain is the organ that is largely responsible for its formation and consolidation, although there is clearly so much more to it that experts still need to learn. A new set of studies helps make sense of the fact that some people … Continue reading Effortless yet effective way of boosting memory performance revealed, works for both young students and Alzheimer’s patients
Boost Your Memory with Brain-Boosting Supplements
Where did I leave my keys? Who am I supposed to call again? What did I mean by that scribbled note, anyway? Everybody experiences these incidents of forgetfulness. As we get older, these kinds of memory lapses can become routine, and are casually attributed to "advancing years" by many baby boomers, according to Dr. Heidi … Continue reading Boost Your Memory with Brain-Boosting Supplements
Health officials warn that cell phones cause brain cancer, headaches, low sperm count and impaired memory
Figures indicate that you likely use a cell phone on a daily basis, since 95 percent of all Americans do so. And statistics indicate that most of our children now have one of these devices by the age of 10. That must mean they’re safe, right? Unfortunately not. And though it has been scientifically proven … Continue reading Health officials warn that cell phones cause brain cancer, headaches, low sperm count and impaired memory
Banned PCBs still present in population, affecting brain function after four decades
Polychlorinated biphenyl compounds (PCBs) were banned in the US about three decades ago, but the negative effects of these chemical compounds continue to show up in seniors. Maryse Bouchard, a researcher from the University of Montreal and CHU Sainte-Justine, has made a significant association between high PCB exposure and lower cognitive abilities in seniors aged … Continue reading Banned PCBs still present in population, affecting brain function after four decades
Can’t trust your eyes or your memory? Maybe your brain cells are tired — new study shows being tired disrupts cellular communication in the brain
Do you ever find yourself out of sorts when you’ve had an all-nighter? If you’re often spacing out or if you’re suffering from eye strain, tired brain cells might be to blame. According to a recent study, which is the first of its kind, sleep deprivation can disrupt the brain cells’ ability to communicate with each other … Continue reading Can’t trust your eyes or your memory? Maybe your brain cells are tired — new study shows being tired disrupts cellular communication in the brain
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