Many of us have experienced the positive results of immersing ourselves in nature and being enveloped by trees. We experience an immediate relaxation, an ability to forget our problems and often a profound awe at nature’s secrets. The documentary ‘Call Of The Forest, The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees‘ adds to the scientifically supported psychological and […]
FLASH: Dark chocolate, brain food at its best! Dark chocolate is full of neuroprotective flavonoids which benefit the health of the brain by promoting brain plasticity and helping your brain cells live longer. These flavonoids enhance cerebral blood flow which helps to improve attention span, memory, problem solving capabilities and reaction time. The flavonoid epicatechin […]
Dealing with turbulence is 1 of the less pleasant aspects of air travel. Turbulence is bumps, jumps and dips that happen during flights because of changes in the airflow surrounding the aircraft. Most people avoid thinking about turbulence until it happens. But reports show that rates of severe turbulence are on the rise, likely because of weather disturbances […]
FLASH: Grounding is the practice of placing our bare feet on the ground, where negatively charged electrons in the Earth neutralize free radicals in our body. Grounding, or Earthing, is a scientifically-supported health practice that has been largely ignored by mainstream medicine despite a body of evidence for its effectiveness. Grounding is simply placing our […]
Long haul airline trips are still a part of life for many of us. Whether a frequent flyer or an occasional globetrotter, travelling through time zones can have a huge impact on the body. To help you shake off the effects as quickly as possible, here is our guide to what to do before you […]
Our diet plays a major role in regulating our physical and mental energy and mood, which in turn affects your mental focus and attention. If you want to boost your mental focus, eating fatty fish has been proven to help. Fatty fish: Omega-3 fatty acids can be found in some nuts and plants, but fatty […]
The Big Q: Want a quick brain boost? The Big A: A morning session of exercise and short walks throughout the day provide a number of brain benefits for older adults, a new study says. The findings show that people should avoid uninterrupted sitting to maintain good mental function throughout the day. The study also […]
FLASH: Science Says Eating Chocolate Every Day Is Good for Your Brain By Caroline Picard Forget about that “apple a day”, if you want to keep the doctor away, try a piece of dark chocolate instead. Regularly snacking on cocoa-flavored treats can help protect your brain from cognitive decline, according to a new review from […]
FLASH: Calorie restriction strategies such as fasting and partial fasting activate powerful metabolic processes that catalyze healing and rejuvenation. Fasting has been part of human history for centuries. It was often done for ritualistic purposes, and is still done to this day. But today we have a large body of science confirming the benefits of […]
FLASH: Essential oils are volatile compounds found in grasses, trees, roots, bark, leaves and flowers. Essential oils in general are about 50 to 70X more powerful than herbs, and should be used sparingly. Many see opiates as the only option for severe pain, which can have severe health consequences. Opioids are extremely addictive and 130 […]
FLASH: The 2 most important treatment strategies for SAD are optimizing vitamin D level and Sun exposure. In addition to optimizing vitamin D and getting daily light therapy, the following strategies may also be helpful in the treatment of SAD: Exercise:Exercise is a well-recognized tool for improving your mental health. In a Y 2008 interview […]
FLASH: aAn unhealthy lifestyle can trigger inflammation throughout your body, which can then accelerate wear-and-tear on your brain, a new study suggests. The Big Q: What happens? The Big A: Faster declines in thinking and memory for those who do not practice healthy habits that counteract inflammation. Long-term inflammation is most often caused by chronic […]
FLASH: A recent study is the 1st to separately evaluate diet and exercise, and the effect they have on cognitive ability, finding those who improved their diet and continuously walked or cycled for 30 mins 3X a week reversed signs of brain aging. According to a survey by AARP, 93% of Americans believe maintaining brain health […]
In over 70 years, the Wizard of Oz’s basic message still resonates, it is the ability to overcome challenges rests within each of us as a person. Below are a few tips to help open up Courage, Brains and Heart, as follows: Turn the brain switch to positive. Psychologists call it “the negativity bias,” the way […]
Researchers have found that a compound in grapes used to make Champagne can improve spatial memory. “The results were dramatic,” says a professor at the University of Reading in England and one of the investigators on the study’s research team. “The compounds were found to favorably alter a number of proteins linked to the effective storage […]
The Key to a long life is challenging work, according toNobel Prize winning physicist Arthur Ashkin, 96 anni. Dr. Ashkin says he heads down to the basement of his Rumson, NJ, home every chance he gets to continue the research he did at Bell Labs until his retirement in Y 1992. That work earned him half […]
You, me, we all need a good night’s sleep of at least 7 hours, and anything less can be dangerous, brain researchers say. The Washington Post reported a new line of research suggests poor sleep might increase the risk of Alzheimer’s, another study found staying up all night pushes anxiety to clinical levels, and still another found even modest sleep reductions are linked […]
Addiction is common in the US, more than people realize. There are approximately 22-M people in the United States over the age of 12 with an addiction, according to The National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Almost 80% of individuals who struggle from a substance abuse disorder in Y 2014 also struggled with an […]
The Big Q: Do you shy away from risky business or cast caution aside and go for it? The Big A: Either way it may be in your DNA. Scientists have identified more than 100 genetic variants linked with risk-taking, according to a new study. “Genetic variants that are associated with overall risk tolerance — […]
Diet sodas are not the lesser evil, they are as evil as regular soda, and some argue they are worse. Linking low- or Zero-calorie soft drinks to specific illnesses is tricky, and researchers are cautious to call them flat-out dangerous or point to cause and effect. It is not always clear if the problem is […]
Men and Women all know that testosterone is related to strength and musculature. And that as we age, and testosterone levels drop, we become weaker, frailer, and our ability to build muscle tone wains. The Big Q: Is the same true when it comes to mental ability and fortitude, and could “senior moments” and other […]
The National Institutes of Health is pushing for development of what its director, Dr. Francis Collins, calls a “pain-o-meter.” Spurred by the opioid crisis, the goal is not just to signal how much pain someone’s in, it is to determine what kind it is and what drug might be the most effective. “We are not […]
Sleep is one of the great mysteries of life, it is not a waste of time. Modern research has shed light on it, showing a good night’s sleep is a Key component of a healthy lifestyle, and that lack of sleep can have far-reaching consequences, affecting everything from mood, creativity and brain detoxification to DNA expression, […]
Man’s diet is linked to his/her mental powers for good or for bad.. There is no single food source that can provide a super-brain. As you can imagine, well-nourished cerebral tissues keep the synapses snapping. A synapse or neuronal junction is where electric nerve impulses are relayed between 2 nerve cells (neurons) or between a […]
Handling Holiday Stress Manage Holiday Stress with these Healthy Habits 1.Exercise — A quick high-intensity workout may be the thing to boost your mood and relieve stress. Anandamide is a neurotransmitter and endocannabinoid produced in your brain that temporarily blocks feelings of pain and depression. It’s a derivative of the Sanskrit word “bliss,” and a deficiency is […]
Brain Death Reversed With Stem Cells Stem cells have the potential to be used to treat and better understand some of the world’s most deadly and disabling diseases. The Big Q: Who is not interested in new ways to apply stem cell therapy? The Big A: We are and have opened our Tatget 150 clinic […]
Scientist See a Potential Cure for Alzheimer’s Disease A potential cure for Alzheimer’s has been found and revealed in a new study that appears to have uncovered what causes the debilitating deadly disease. The new treatment would use drugs that are currently being prescribe to fight HIV Aids. “For the 1st time, we can see […]
Scientist Discover that Stress and Depression Can Shrink the Brain Major depression or chronic stress can cause the loss of brain volume, a condition that contributes to both emotional and cognitive impairment. A team of researchers led by Yale scientists has discovered one reason why this occurs , a single genetic switch that triggers loss […]
Be Thankful Knowing that Wheat, Carbs and Sugar are Brain Killers Celebrate with a low carb, no bread, sugar free Thanksgiving Dinner. There is no conventional treatment for Alzheimer’s, research shows this devastating degenerative neurological disease can be effectively prevented by lowering sugar exposure, increasing exercise and improving the quality of your sleep. “The science is […]
Give Your Brain a Boost, Eat Real Food Giving your brain a boost can be as simple as eating Real foods, so no junk food That is what research published by the National Institutes of Health indicates, pointing out that your cognitive ability can be influenced by several hormones produced in the brain, and that […]
Lack of Good Sleep Leads to Poor Health Sleep Quality affects Blood Pressure and Risk of Heart Disease Sleep Deprivation Takes a Toll on Mental Health Sleep deprivation is a risk factor for severe Dementia. Research strengthens the link between sleep problems and Heart Disease A noted by author Quanhe Yang, senior scientist in the Division […]
Alzheimer’s Warning Signs, Do Not Ignore Them! Like any other disease, early detection plays a Key role in getting the right help at the right time for Alzheimer’s disease. To ensure early detection, there are warning signs that we should never ignore. “Although it is unfortunately incurable at the present time, there are strategies you […]
Dark Roast Coffee Helps Prevent Alzheimer’s Approximately 500-B cups of coffee are consumed worldwide each year. Our morning cup of coffee can do more than give us a Jolt, it can help lower our chances of developing Alzheimer’s. But you have to make sure you drink a dark roast because a new study has found […]
The Keto Diet Fights: Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Disease and Alzheimer’s The 1 diet is being praised by leading health experts as an effective tool in battling the epidemics of obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. That diet is the Keto diet and experts say it even helps improve brain health, crucial to the fight against Alzheimer’s. […]
The Mediterranean Diet Slow Aging New articles published in The Journals of Gerontology, Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences found that a Mediterranean diet may slow aging. The 6 articles reported on elements of the diet including the positive relationship between the diet and physical and cognitive function, the value of taking a coenzyme Q10 supplement […]
8 Super Foods That Battle Father Time Some foods are better than others in battling Father Time, especially those that fight inflammation. The following 8 foods have special nutrients that help you turn back the clock, eat them: Fish. Fatty fish, like salmon, tuna, and mackerel, contain large amounts of omega-3 fatty acids that fight many […]
Improve Your Memory! A healthy lifestyle can support brain health and even encourage the brain to grow new neurons, a process known as neuroplasticity. Your brain’s hippocampus, i.e. the memory center, regenerates throughout your entire lifetime, when you give it the right tools Lifestyle factors that may improve memory and promote neurogenesis include exercise, eating […]
Depressed, Anxious? Change Your Diet to Real Food! Fact: More than 33% of American adults consume restaurant fast food on a daily basis, based on government survey data for 2013-2016. Men are most likely eat fast food at lunch. Women are most likely to favor fast food as a snack. Fact: 40-M adults in the U.S. […]
Experts are saying, “CBD is the Most Effective Medicine of All Time” The Cannabis stocks are on Fire, read about them here. Below are the Big Q’s and the Big A’s about CBD What do we know about CBD oil? Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of over 60 naturally occurring cannabinoids found in the Cannabis sativa […]
Curcumin Joins an Elite Group in Clinical Trials for Cancer Prevention Turmeric, a Yellow curry spice used in Indian cuisine, has a long history of medicinal use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Ayurvedic medicine. Curcumin is one of the most well-studied bioactive ingredients in turmeric having over 150 potentially therapeutic activities, including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and powerful […]
Why People Put Things Off… The inclination to delay things rather than get right to work on them may be hardwired into some people’s brains, and not the product of a flawed character, German researchers suggest. The findings come from brain scans of 264 men and women. MRIs revealed that a brain region involved in […]
Control Your Breathing, Calm Your Brain The way we breathe, fast, slow, shallow or deep is intricately tied to our body as a whole, sending messages that affect y mood, stress and the immune system. Breathing is easily ignored, and revered at the same time. It is instinctual to advise someone to “take a deep breath” […]
Organic Coffee Is Good, Hang On Its Great for Us and Our Planet The Big Q: What is so Great About Coffee? The Big As: Just like other plant-based foods, coffee has its own unique set of phytonutrients and beneficial compounds that can positively impact your health, such as those already known to fight inflammation, […]
Stress Plays a Key Role in Anxiety Genetics, brain chemistry, personality and life events play a role in the development of anxiety disorders, but stress is 1 of the the Key triggers. Anxiety is a normal response to stress, but in some people the anxiety becomes overwhelming and difficult to cope with. The National Institute […]
President Trump Bested the ‘Elites’, He Became President US President Donald Trump lauded his intelligence at rally in Ohio Saturday, saying he’s “better than everything that they have been, including this,” while pointing to his brain. The President made an appearance at the Lewis Center during a “Make America Great Again” rally to stump for […]
Our Eyes May Be a Window to a Healthy Brain Worsening vision and cognitive function are common among older people, but we have the ability to take control of our health so our eyes and mind stay clear and functioning optimally Diseases that affect blood vessels, veins and arteries have long been implicated in cognitive […]
Just the Smell of Coffee can Boost Brain Power Coffee is touted for its many health benefits, and now new research suggests you might not even need to drink coffee to reap some of its rewards. A US study finds that just the scent of roasting and brewing Java could help give people a cognitive […]
Drink Plenty of Water During Exercise for Full Brain Benifits We need plenty of water during exercise so the brain gets the full benefits of working out, researchers say. “Middle-age and older adults often display a blunted thirst perception, which places them at risk for dehydration, and subsequently may reduce the cognitive health-related benefits of […]
Feeling Young? Your Brain is Aging More Slowly Than Your Body The 1rst study to link subjective age to biological age shows that elderly people who feel younger have less signs of brain aging While everyone gets older, not everyone feels his or her age. A recent study finds that such feelings, called subjective age, […]
Breathing Through the Nose is Really Important! Breathing is often an ignored topic when it comes to good health, but breathing properly can improve oxygenation through your body, including the brain, and is a powerful strategy for relieving stress and anxiety To induce calm, you need to breathe slowly and lightly, from the diaphragm, and […]
Green Tea for Heart and Brain Health High green tea contain polyphenol antioxidants recognized for their disease prevention and anti-aging properties. Polyphenols can account for up to 30% of the dry leaf weight of green tea. Within the group of polyphenols are flavonoids, which contain catechins. And 1 of the most powerful catechins is epigallocatechin-3-gallate […]
Alcohol and the Risk of Developing Alzheimer’s Disease Researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago revealed alcohol may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by disrupting the way amyloid beta is cleared Amyloid beta is a protein implicated in Alzheimer’s disease that can clump together in the brain, building up into groups of […]
Addiction, ‘a Disease of Extreme Behavior’ The strictest definition of addiction refers to a disease resulting from changes in brain chemistry caused by compulsive use of drugs or alcohol. The definition includes excessive use that damages health, relationships, jobs and other parts of normal life. Brain research supports that definition, and some imaging studies have […]
Want Brain Power? Take a Nap! The most important thing is taking that time off , as it is more conducive to our productivity. Often people think they can fight through and push harder and harder and harder to get better results, but sleep can really give us that result. When we transition in and out […]
The Many Benefits of Magnesium Magnesium (Mg) is essential for mitochondrial ATP production. A supplement that is helpful for sleep is magnesium. There are dozens of different types of magnesium supplements. Magnesium threonate has the added benefit of providing some antiretroviral activity, and retroviruses tend to be a challenge inherent with many neurodegenerative diseases. Threonate […]
Bad Behavior is Bad for Business Counteracting bad behavior in the workplace Diversity is great. Today, everybody knows it. Study after study backs it up. Diverse workforces should be at the forefront of innovation, creativity, productivity and more. But diversity only takes us so far. If inclusion isn’t front and centre of the conversation, organisations […]
Physical Benefits of Using a Sauna Sauna use may lower the risk of dementia and may improve vascular function and your ability to improve focus and attention. Other research has demonstrated the ability of heat stress to promote myelin growth, helping your brain to function faster and repair nerve cell damage. Heat may increase the permeability of the […]
Real Food and B Vitamins are Keys to a Good Memory B vitamins are important for mood, motor function, memory, and nerve and brain health When we have a limited supply of B vitamins, the central nervous system can be the 1st to be affected. Omega-3 fatty acids are vitally important for brain health, and […]
Alzheimer’s Linked to High Sugar Diet, Diabetes and Lack of Sleep Insulin is usually associated with its role in keeping blood-sugar levels in a healthy range, it also plays a role in brain signaling. In 1 animal study, when researchers disrupted the proper signaling of insulin in the brain, they were able to induce many […]
Dark Chocolate is Good and It May Improve Vision I learned Monday, that few bites of dark chocolate may offer us better quality of vision. Heart-healthy compounds in chocolate called flavanols appeared to sharpen eyesight for a group of 30 healthy young adults in the new study. The observed change in vision was small, but […]
The Link Between High Sugar Intake and Diabetes is Strong The link between sugar and diabetes is strong. A diet high in sugar can also damage the brain. The Nurses’ Health Study, which followed more than 90,000 women for 8 years, found that those who drank at least 1 sugar-sweetened drink each day were almost […]
The Health Benefits of Eating Beets “ Beets are rich in nutrients that boost brain health, especially antioxidant flavonoids that protect the brain from age-related oxidative stress,” notes Dr. Gary Small, director of the UCLA Longevity Center and author of The Mind Health Report newsletter. Below is a rundown on what the latest studies show about how the red […]
Real Food is the Key to Good Brain Health A wholesome (real food) diet is the Key to good health. The USDA recommends a wide variety of foods, including dark green, red, and orange vegetables, whole fruits, and protein foods, such as grass fed beef. But some foods, in addition to being healthy for the […]
Tough Minded People are Disciplined and Prepared Success in anything we do or attempt to do requires a mentally tough mind. All the resources are meaningless if your mind is cluttered, presumptions, prone to distraction or negitivity, you will fail. Like flying an airplane, if you do not pay full attention you will die. So […]
The Link Between Food and Mood Recent research looking at the effects of the antihypertensive diet on mental health concluded this kind of dietary pattern, which is low in sugar and high in fresh fruits and vegetables, can help reduce the risk of depression in many people especially seniors. Overall, people who followed the DASH diet […]
Train Your Brain to Think in New Ways Creativity and innovation arise at the intersection of ideas. By ID’ing the links between various ideas an notions, we can identify and solve problems that most people overlook. The Key to new thinking is to expand the set of mental models we use to think. Below is the […]
Most People are ‘Blind to the Facts” We need to stay sharp , to constantly challenge, and to not accept the status quo. Willful blindness has afflicted mankind for centuries. We prefer the familiar to the unfamiliar. We crave conformity That is human nature, but we cannot fix a problem we refuse to acknowledge. We often […]
Our Brains Power Our Lives, Nourish It Daily Our brain powers our lives. So, it is Key that we treat the brain as we care for our heart, or any other part of our body and it is critical that we begin focusing on brain health as early in our lives as possible. Without course […]
Workout 2-3X’s Weekly for Good Brain Health According to a new review of the research, there is little evidence that medications improve mild cognitive decline associated with aging, but doctors can recommend exercise with confidence. Researchers reviewed 11,530 studies of so-called MCI (mild cognitive impairment), to see how many older people are affected and which […]
Meditation: The Mind-Body Connector I believe meditation practice can be an important part of health and well-being. Because, not only is a powerful means of relaxing, but also useful for relieving stress, anxiety, managing pain, and preventing disease. There is growing scientific evidence that demonstrates the human mind and body are intricately connected, and wide […]
Traders and Investors: Super Foods for Mental Acuity Once you are eating healthy in general (no processed foods, Organic, Mediterranean, Norwegian or Japanese diet) there are a number of Superfoods you can focus on that are known for their beneficial impact on mood and psychological well-being aka no anxiety. While this list is long, but here […]
On Staying Calm, Some Things to Do to Manage Stress The ability to manage your emotions and remain calm under pressure has a direct link to your performance. TalentSmart has conducted research with more than a million people, and we’ve found that 90% of top performers are skilled at managing their emotions in times of stress […]
Frequent Drinking Kills Brain Cells, Especially in Women Frequent alcohol drinking kills new cells in Key brain regions, with females being more vulnerable, a new study on mice said Thursday. Researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) at Galveston discovered that alcohol killed the stem cells that are responsible for creating new nerve […]
Letting Our Minds ‘Wander’ is Healthy Having a wandering mind may not be a bad thing according to a new study, which suggests that daydreaming can actually be a sign of a smart, creative, and more efficient brain. The study carried out by the Georgia Institute of Technology in the US city of Atlanta analyzed […]
Studies Support Mind-Body Connection to Relieve Pain Be fully aware of the addictive potential of opioid drugs, and seriously weigh your need for a narcotic pain killer. While many pain experts disagree recent research supports the idea that pain, in many cases, has psychological underpinnings. A study published last year found emotion awareness and expression therapy […]
Relax, Living Near a Forest is Good for the Brain Residing close to nature has a positive effect on our mental health and well-being. New research suggests that living near nature can have a positive effect on the brains of city dwellers and especially on the amygdala, a part of the brain important for processing […]
The “Marshmallow Test” and Your Mind Your unconscious mind needs direction, is most comfortable with emotions and symbols, deals with positives only and stores, organizes and surfaces your memories Expressing yourself artistically, meditating, rehearsing desired outcomes and using positive self-talk are some of the ways you can begin to harness the power of your unconscious […]
Keeping Our Brains Sharp, 9 Simple Ways The several steps we use to keep our hearts healthy may also help to keep our brain sharp into old age, too. “What’s good for your heart is also good for your brain,” Dr. Gary Small says. The American Heart Association recently outlined what the organization calls “Life’s […]
Sen. John McCain, Stricken with a Deadly Brain Tumor Holding Up Government Tuesday, Senator John McCain, 81 anni, (R-AZ) said he is holding up President Donald Trump’s Pentagon nominees over lack of details on the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. “We’ve been holding nominations . . . from the Pentagon to fill in those Pentagon […]
Stress, Anxiety and the Human Brain Because stress and anxiety can take so many forms and have so many triggers, brain reactions to it vary a lot. Fortunately, neuroscientists have made tremendous progress in the last few decades toward revealing the underlying neural circuitry of these problems. When stress and anxiety escalates to a level […]
President Trump to Sen. McConnell, “Here is my list, get to work” President Donald Trump to do list for Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) to get back in his good graces, as follows: Replace Obamacare Overhaul the US tax code and Find a way to pay for big infrastructure improvements. President Trump’s directives for […]
Senator John McCain (R-AZ) Has Brain Cancer US Senator John McCain, 80 anni, has a brain tumor and is reviewing treatment options that may include a combination of chemotherapy and radiation, his office said Wednesday. The 6-term Republican Senator and Y 2008 Presidential nominee has been recovering at home in Arizona since undergoing surgery at […]
Dark Chocolate is Good for Our Brains According to a recent review published in Frontiers in Nutrition Cocoa beans, it found are a rich source of flavanols, a class of compounds that has neuroprotective effects. Italian researchers studied available literature on the effects of cocoa flavanols on the brain, what happens to your brain in […]
Recall When Moderate Drinking Was Deemed Healthy? Remember when moderate drinking was once believed to be healthy for human hearts and brains? Well, a recent study, just poured cold water on that theory. According to new research published in the British Medical Journal, moderate drinking meaning the equivalent of one 5 oz glass of wine […]
There Health Benefits to Drinking Good Water There are disadvantages to not drinking enough water, as the Human body is made mostly of water. In fact, the human body consists of about 42 liters (11 gals) of water, which accounts for between 50 and 70% of our body weight. Our blood is 85% water, your […]
Canada Could Lower Age Limit for Legal Marijuana Canada may move to legalize marijuana nationwide may be setting the minimum age for use at 18 anni, that is 3 years lower than in US states that have voted in legalization. This is a very controversial a move that is being closely watched by lawmakers. Advocates […]
THC’s Effects on the Human Brain A “toke” a day might just keep the doctor away, or at least keep your brain younger. That according to a new study out Monday in the journal Nature Medicine. Researchers at the University of Bonn and Hebrew University gave young and old mice THC, that is the ingredient […]
The Biology of the Brain, How Bad Habits Like Sugar Addiction Happen An article published by CNN Health is a reminder us that the connection between the brain’s nucleus accumbens and prefrontal cortex drives intentional actions, such as deciding whether we will take another bite of chocolate cake, or not. The prefrontal cortex also activates […]
Exercise Boosts Brain Function in Older Adults Older adults who want to get moving to help boost their brain function have a wide variety of workouts to choose from Among the many options for working out over 50, tai chi may have the biggest effect on cognitive function, but aerobic and resistance exercises may also […]
Anti-Aging: Beet Juice, Exercise Delivers More Oxygen to Brain Drinking beetroot juice before working out makes the brains of older adults with high blood pressure perform like younger brains, says a study from Wake Forest University. “We knew, going in, that a number of studies had shown that exercise has positive effects on the brain,” […]
Good Heart and Vascular Health Leads to Good Brain Health The Big Q: What can we do to keep our brain healthy? Healthy aging of the brain relies on the health of our heart and blood vessels when we are younger, a new study reports. People with risk factors for heart disease and stroke in […]
Cellphones are Dangerous, but Just How Dangerous? There is no doubt that cell phones are dangerous at least in one way: Texting and driving leads to countless car accidents, injuries, and deaths. But cell phones may also be harmful in other ways by producing radiation that potentially disrupts bodily functions in small ways that build […]
Get Sharper, Work Smarter & Think Faster Take off your shirt and “Walk in the Sun.” The Big Q: Can we bio-hack our brain to get sharper, smarter and work faster? According to Dave Asprey, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur, founder and CEO of bulletproof.com, and author of “The Bulletproof Diet” and “Head Strong: The Bulletproof […]
Resveratrol Protects Brain Aging, Choose its Source Wisely Resveratrol acts as a potent antioxidant, is a compound found in grape skins, red wine, raspberries, pomegranates, raw cacao and dark chocolate, among other plant-based foods. It is a polyphenol designed to increase the life span of plants through disease resistance and such stressors as drastic changes […]
B Vitamins Are Important for Mental Health & Wellbeing A Key reason for B vitamins’ effect on a wide range of mood disorders and neurological and psychiatric conditions relates to the fact that these vitamins have a direct impact on the methylation cycle, and are required for the production and function of neurotransmitters and the […]
Caffeine in Coffee Boosts Enzyme That May Block Dementia Researchers have identified 24 compounds, including caffeine, that may boost an enzyme in the brain that has been shown to guard against dementia. The enzyme, called NMNAT2, was discovered by researchers at Indiana University, and it reduces the damage caused by harmful proteins in the brain. […]
President Trump Vows to Win Drug War, Does Not Mention Marijuana $SLTK, $GWPH, Southern California company, Solis Tech, Inc (OTCMKT:SLTK), focused on the efficient indoor growing of Medical Marijuana The next big brain cancer drug may come from Medical Marijuana In his address to Congress Tuesday night, President Trump echoed Ronald Reagan, as he vowed […]
Some Tips on How to Keep Aging Pets Sharp There are many things you can do to help your dog or cat maintain good mental function for as long as possible, and delay the onset and progression of cognitive decline. 1. Feed a nutritionally balanced, species-appropriate diet that includes omega-3 essential fats, such as krill […]
FLASH Alert: Dogs and Cats Also Suffer Strokes Recently that the veterinary community realized that like humans, dogs and cats also suffer strokes. With increased use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computerized tomography (CT) scans in pets, strokes are being diagnosed more often. Though, they are still a relatively rare occurrence in both dogs […]
Stay Sharp, Train Your Brain to Focus Brain training can help to retain information, recall facts quickly, and sharpen focus. Brain exercises can help older adults improve reasoning skills and processing speed for 10 years after the training ends, according to a recent federally sponsored study on cognitive training. Hang on, we are busy exercising […]