Learn about brain health and nootropics to boost brain function
Can Nootropic Supplements Make You Smarter
Reviewing Provasil and Other Nootropic Supplements : A question highly debated is: can nootropic supplements make you smarter? Many people believe they contain effective compounds and elements that can improve brain function and memory retention. But, to fully understand if nootropics work, it is…
The brain-boosting benefits of high-quality olive oil
( Natural News ) The Mediterranean diet is one of the best ways to eat for a healthier and longer life, thanks to its primary component, olive oil. People living in the Mediterranean region are some of the healthiest and long-lived people in the…
New evidence suggests strength training can fight off depression
( Natural News ) You may want to add weights to your regular workout routine, as the benefits of strength training go beyond the physical. New research published in the JAMA Psychiatry journal suggested that regular strength training may help fight off depression ….
Researchers emphasize the importance of nutrition in preventing dementia
( Natural News ) Nutrition experts have long stressed the role of essential nutrients in preventing deadly disease, an article on Nutra Ingredients USA stated. Some of them are now arguing for the recognition of other nutrients like curcumin and lutein that amend the…
Is ‘Mommy Brain’ Real or a Just a Myth?
Here’s how it begins. You look for your phone while you are on your phone. You walk into a room on a mission but by the time you reach the room you’ve forgotten the mission. You cannot shop for anything without a list. Sound…
Pumpkin seeds, mostly eaten during Halloween, contain an impressive array of vitamins and minerals that support heart health
( Natural News ) Pumpkin seeds are typically eaten only during Halloween, as they are usually scraped out of the pumpkin in making jack-o-lanterns. However, these nutty seeds and their byproduct pumpkin seed oil should be consumed more often because they contain a variety…
What Are Nootropics? The Internet Is Buzzing About These Controversial Smart Drugs
Humans are always trying to be bigger, better, and faster. In our latest attempt at self-improvement, people are turning to nootropics , or substances aimed at boosting mental performance. You’ve likely seen these supplements in the health aisle or in pop-up ads promising to…
Butternut squash offers an excellent way to increase your vitamin C levels
( Natural News ) You’ve most likely heard it said a number of times: Squash is a good source of vitamin A. And it is, indeed. A cup of butternut squash is enough to supply almost 300 percent of your body’s needed vitamin A….
Psychologist to explore how brain remembers precise information
Credit: University of California, Riverside. RIVERSIDE, Calif. — A person’s general intelligence and ability to understand language are reliant on the brain’s ability to maintain precise information acquired over a short period of time. To understand how these types of natural vision and cognitive…
Scientists discover sticking brain cells together with a glue-like molecule could boost memory and even protect against Alzheimer’s
Sticking brain cells together with a glue-like substance could boost memory and protect against Alzheimer’s, scientists hope. Tests on mice with a newly created molecule suggests the out-of-the-box concept works. But trials have yet to take place on humans. Neuroscientists have branded the idea…
Simple exercises that increase your intelligence gradually
( Natural News ) Everyone wants to be smarter. It so happens that there are ways to increase your intelligence every day. An article on Be Brain Fit related the 11 methods by which you can improve your brainpower . The first is hanging…
One of nature’s best kept secrets: Elya leaves reduce brain damage linked to Alzheimer’s
A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine has found another potential natural treatment for Alzheimer’s disease and other degenerative diseases. In the study, researchers suggest that the leaves of elya plant ( Elatostema papillosum ) can prevent neurocognitive decline associated…
One of nature’s best kept secrets: Elya leaves reduce brain damage linked to Alzheimer’s
( Natural News ) A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine has found another potential natural treatment for Alzheimer’s disease and other degenerative diseases. In the study, researchers suggest that the leaves of elya plant ( Elatostema papillosum ) can…
Learn how to rebuild your health and quality of life with the Planetary Healing Club
( Natural News ) Many people are looking for ways they can rebuild their health and improve their quality of life, but this search often leads them to the wrong places. If you’re interested in health, consciousness, and improving the world, the Planetary Healing…
Pilot Study Indicates Qualia Mind Improving Reasoning, Episodic Memory, Verbal Ability and Concentration
ENCINITAS, Calif: Neurohacker Collective recently began a pilot study using the CBS Health platform powered by Cambridge Brain Sciences (CBS)-a leading provider of cognitive testing tools-to help customers receive quantitative feedback on their current brain health. In the initial pilot study, customers were self-selected…
DARPA Wants to Zap Your Brain to Boost Your Memory
MORE Credit: Shutterstock We may go to sleep at night, but our brains don’t. Instead, they spend those quiet hours tidying up, and one of their chores is to lug memories into long-term storage boxes . Now, a group of scientists may have found…
Say ‘no’ to nootropics? Expert advises extreme caution and extensive research
Nootropics can come in the form of natural substances, like caffeine and curcumin, which are often used to develop nootropic supplements and drugs. ©Getty Images Nootropics have been attracting increasing consumer interest as people seek to perform better at work and school, but one…
Boost academic scores with exercise: Research shows cardio pumps up math and reading performance
( Natural News ) A Florida State University and Larkin Community Hospital study concluded that high intensity interval training can improve a student’s abilities in math and reading. Frank Fincham who was part of the research said that their findings are “surprising” but can…
Why sleep is so important and some tips to help you get a restful night
( Natural News ) A good night’s sleep isn’t just relaxing, it’s absolutely essential. Missing just an hour of sleep can do a serious number on your person. From impacting your appetite to potentially making you more accident prone, you have a lot to…
Take bacopa every day to boost mental clarity
( Natural News ) Looking for a powerful natural supplement that will support brain health ? Try taking bacopa ( Bacopa monnieri ) every day. Bacopa has bacopasides, a unique group of bioactive compounds. The two main bacopasides identified are bacopaside A and bacopaside…