The first time Rahul Jandial opened the skull of a living human being as a third-year medical resident at the University of California, San Diego, he knew he’d found his calling. “There’s a fear, of course, but also awe that you’re literally inside somebody’s head, which elicits intensity as well as excitement. I don’t want to sound indelicate, but for me, it’s a thrill,” Jandial says. But you don’t have to be a neurosurgeon to be fascinated by the brain. Everyone from Silicon Valley tycoons to biohackers are dabbling in cognitive performance enhancers known as nootropics, which tout improved cognition by a drop of a pill. And that’s what worries brain surgeon Jandial, who calls the “smart” pills being peddled and much of the advice being doled out unproven “nonsense.” In fact, it inspired Jandial to write a book with science-backed advice on how to achieve optimal brain performance. “I’ve known students in my medical school classes who thought they get better grades by taking ‘smart’ pills, which in truth only allowed them to work longer and harder at being just as stellar or mediocre as they were to begin with,” Jandial, a dual-trained brain surgeon and neuroscientist at City of Hope in Duarte, California writes in his new book, “Neurofitness: A Brain Surgeon’s Secrets to Boost Performance and Unleash Creativity.” Rahul Jandial Rahul Jandial Jandial tells CNBC Make It that the best ways to boost brain power for peak performance are actually easier than people think. Here are his top three: 1. Skipping breakfast twice a week Intermittent fasting may be trendy , but fasting is nothing new: Several of the world’s major religions call for periodic fasting , and Jandial thinks that might have to do with how it affects the brain. Research has shown that fasting […]
Photo by Prostock-studio/Shutterstock Practicing good habits and building strengths will keep your well-being on the right track. 52 Small Changes for the Mind: Improve Memory. Minimize Stress. Increase Productivity. Boost Happiness. by Brett Blumenthal By making one small change a week all year long, we can feel much less stressed and more fulfilled, writes author Brett Blumenthal. Read 20 minutes a day. Choose books and articles you actually want to (rather than should) read. When you read what you love, your interest in reading grows. Reading keeps your brain healthy and protects against memory loss. Go on a screen diet. How much of your day is spent in front of a screen? Brett reports that some Americans spend up to 10 hours a day online, on mobile devices and in front of the TV. Try to reduce digital time by an hour a day. Attend a lecture in person instead of online or go to a concert instead of watching YouTube videos. Too much screen time can result in stress and sleeping problems, research shows. Deal with demons. Holding on to regret for past mistakes can hurt your potential and your future. Ask yourself: What past mistakes still upset you? Acknowledge your regrets and ask yourself what lessons you have learned. Start viewing your mistakes as “invaluable blessings,” Brett says. The Happiness Track: How to Apply the Science of Happiness to Accelerate Your Success by Emma Seppala, Ph.D. In her book, The Happiness Track , Emma Seppala, Ph.D., writes that working in a stressed-out overdrive mode isn’t the best or only pathway to success. With the latest findings in cognitive psychology and neuroscience, she shows us how happiness has a profound effect on our professional lives by increasing our productivity as well as our emotional and social intelligence. Tap […]
New Report Reveals What 300 Million Nights of Sleep Tracking Can Tell Us About How We Sleep and How Our Sleeping Habits Change as We Age GOTHENBURG, Sweden, July 18, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — In honor of its 10th anniversary as the world’s first and most popular smart alarm clock app, Sleep Cycle has today released its third Sleep Cycle Institute report. This report includes more than 302 million nights’ worth of sleep data for more than 4.3 million Sleep Cycle users in the U.S. and abroad. The report analyzes how our sleep patterns have collectively shifted in the last five years and how individual sleep patterns change as people move through different phases of life. Sleep Cycle Institute experts also shared what they have learned in the past decade. We’re Sleeping More and Better — But We’re Waking Up Grumpier Taken as a whole, adults worldwide have been gaining about a minute of extra sleep each year. There have also been small, consistent gains in sleep quality. Strangely, this has not translated into better wake-up moods: 2015 2019* Average time spent in bed: 7hrs 13mins 7hrs 17mins Average sleep quality: 72.6% 74.7% Average wake-up mood: 60.2% 59% By age demographic, women ages 55-74 saw the largest gains in total average sleep time (six minutes), while men ages 55-74 saw the smallest (two minutes). Men ages 18-34 saw the largest gain in sleep quality (2.7%), while men ages 55-74 saw the smallest (1.5%). Meanwhile, it was also men ages 55-74 who saw the most dramatic decrease in their wake-up mood (down 3%), while women ages 18-34 saw the least dramatic decrease (down 0.6%). *2019 data is only available for the months of January through April, so values may change by the year’s end. However, data from previous years suggests that […]
( Natural News ) Beets have a bitter, earthy taste that won’t appeal to everyone, but these root vegetables are full of vitamins and minerals. If you want to enjoy the health benefits of beets minus the off-putting taste, try some of the refreshing smoothie recipes below. The nutrient profile of beets Beets are rich in nitrates that help lower blood pressure and boost blood flow to the brain. One cup of beets has about 3.4 g of fiber, making the vegetable a good source of fiber. Beets can also help promote weight loss because they are a low-calorie food with high water content. (Related: One of nature’s best multivitamins, beets are full of nutrients .) A 3.5-ounce serving of cooked beets offers the following vitamins and minerals: 44 calories 1.7 g protein 0.2 g fat 2 g fiber Folate (20 percent of the Recommended Daily Intake [RDI]) Manganese (16 percent of the RDI) Potassium (9 percent of the RDI) Magnesium (6 percent of the RDI) Vitamin C (6 percent of the RDI) Iron (4 percent of the RDI) Phosphorous (4 percent of the RDI) Vitamin B6 (3 percent of the RDI) Beets also offer these three beneficial compounds : Betalains give beets their distinct deep red color. These pigments possess beneficial anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antitoxic properties. Nitrates are a group of organic compounds that boost blood flow and promote heart health. Phytochemicals give plants their unique color and flavor. These compounds help stimulate the immune system, reduce inflammation, and minimize oxidative stress. 100% organic essential oil sets now available for your home and personal care, including Rosemary, Oregano, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, Clary Sage and more, all 100% organic and laboratory tested for safety. A multitude of uses, from stress reduction to topical first aid. See the complete listing […]
( Natural News ) Many health-conscious people try to avoid eating eggs. The egg yolk, in particular, is notorious for having a high cholesterol content. It may seem logical to think that eating eggs will raise your blood cholesterol levels and therefore should be avoided. Eggs may even appear dangerous to people with diabetes who need to carefully monitor their cholesterol intake in order to reduce the risk of heart disease. However, the truth is quite different: the American Diabetes Association (ADA) actually recommends that people with diabetes add eggs to their diet. The cholesterol in eggs may even be good for their health. Indeed, a large egg a day may keep diabetes away. This article discusses how eggs fit into a diabetic person’s diet and produce highly desirable health benefits. Eating eggs will not raise blood sugar levels Eggs have a very low glycemic index score, meaning that consuming them has little effect on blood sugar levels. On top of that, eggs are an excellent source of protein. One egg has about seven grams of protein , and it’s filling despite being low in carbohydrates. One large egg contains less than a gram of carbs. The findings of a study published in the Food & Function journal also reinforce the idea that eggs are good for people with diabetes . Researchers investigated the effect of daily egg consumption on individuals who are prediabetic or have Type 2 diabetes. They found that after 12 weeks of eating one large egg daily, participants showed a 4.4 percent decrease in blood glucose level. They also recorded lower insulin resistance and no changes in cholesterol levels, concluding that one large egg a day may reduce the risk of diabetes without increasing blood cholesterol. Discover how to prevent and reverse heart disease (and […]
Photo by Prostock-studio/Shutterstock Practicing good habits and building strengths will keep your well-being on the right track. 52 Small Changes for the Mind: Improve Memory. Minimize Stress. Increase Productivity. Boost Happiness. by Brett Blumenthal By making one small change a week all year long, we can feel much less stressed and more fulfilled, writes author Brett Blumenthal. Read 20 minutes a day. Choose books and articles you actually want to (rather than should) read. When you read what you love, your interest in reading grows. Reading keeps your brain healthy and protects against memory loss. Go on a screen diet. How much of your day is spent in front of a screen? Brett reports that some Americans spend up to 10 hours a day online, on mobile devices and in front of the TV. Try to reduce digital time by an hour a day. Attend a lecture in person instead of online or go to a concert instead of watching YouTube videos. Too much screen time can result in stress and sleeping problems, research shows. Deal with demons. Holding on to regret for past mistakes can hurt your potential and your future. Ask yourself: What past mistakes still upset you? Acknowledge your regrets and ask yourself what lessons you have learned. Start viewing your mistakes as “invaluable blessings,” Brett says. The Happiness Track: How to Apply the Science of Happiness to Accelerate Your Success by Emma Seppala, Ph.D. In her book, The Happiness Track , Emma Seppala, Ph.D., writes that working in a stressed-out overdrive mode isn’t the best or only pathway to success. With the latest findings in cognitive psychology and neuroscience, she shows us how happiness has a profound effect on our professional lives by increasing our productivity as well as our emotional and social intelligence. Tap […]
If you live with a chronic pain condition like fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis or TMJ, you know first-hand how difficult it can be to get relief. Worse, even, is getting your doctor to listen to you without feeling like he believes the pain is all in your head. In fact, many people who live with these types of chronic pain are simply prescribed drugs for anxiety and depression and then shuffled off to continue suffering. It’s a sad fact that if a doctor can’t see the cause behind a pain issue, it isn’t considered to be real. Now though, thanks to a new study by researchers at McGill University, a cause has been found that explains this kind of pain. That means relief may be just around the corner… The princess and the pea Did you ever read that children’s book called “The Princess and the Pea?” If not, here are the basics… It’s about a fairy tale princess whose fingertips are so incredibly sensitive that she can feel a tiny pea even through a pile of 20 mattresses. What does that have to do with pain, you wonder? Well, it all comes down to something known as heightened somatic awareness — a condition where you experience physical discomfort for which there’s no physiological explanation (exactly what we were just talking about in the case of fibromyalgia, rheumatoid and TMJ). Patients with heightened somatic awareness often experience unexplained symptoms — headaches, sore joints, nausea, constipation or itchy skin — that cause emotional distress, and are twice as likely to develop chronic pain. The thing is, just like I mentioned, doctors ignore all of these issues because somatic awareness is thought to be caused by psychological issues. Samar Khoury, a postdoctoral fellow at McGill’s Alan Edwards Centre for Research on Pain […]
Photo by Prostock-studio/Shutterstock Practicing good habits and building strengths will keep your well-being on the right track. By making one small change a week all year long, we can feel much less stressed and more fulfilled, writes author Brett Blumenthal. Read 20 minutes a day. Choose books and articles you actually want to (rather than should) read. When you read what you love, your interest in reading grows. Reading keeps your brain healthy and protects against memory loss. Go on a screen diet. How much of your day is spent in front of a screen? Brett reports that some Americans spend up to 10 hours a day online, on mobile devices and in front of the TV. Try to reduce digital time by an hour a day. Attend a lecture in person instead of online or go to a concert instead of watching YouTube videos. Too much screen time can result in stress and sleeping problems, research shows. Deal with demons. Holding on to regret for past mistakes can hurt your potential and your future. Ask yourself: What past mistakes still upset you? Acknowledge your regrets and ask yourself what lessons you have learned. Start viewing your mistakes as “invaluable blessings,” Brett says. The Happiness Track: How to Apply the Science of Happiness to Accelerate Your Success by Emma Seppala, Ph.D. In her book, The Happiness Track , Emma Seppala, Ph.D., writes that working in a stressed-out overdrive mode isn’t the best or only pathway to success. With the latest findings in cognitive psychology and neuroscience, she shows us how happiness has a profound effect on our professional lives by increasing our productivity as well as our emotional and social intelligence. Tap into your natural resilience. Do something restorative to shore up your resilience like taking a hike in […]
Bangkok–17 Jul–Grand View Research The global brain health supplements market size is expected to reach USD 10.7 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc., expanding at a CAGR of 8.2% over the forecast period. Growing health concerns over depression, anxiety, anti-aging, and sleep recovery issues among consumers, along with rise in the disposable income, are driving the market over the forecast period. Booming dietary supplements industry on account of health concerns mainly in developed countries is further expected to propel the market growth. Nutritional benefits such as vitamins and minerals offered by the brain health supplements can reduce stress levels and offer protection against depression, anxiety, and dementia, thereby driving the market. Dementia can lead to anesthesia and depression in humans, therefore these products help to maintain the mental health of the consumers. The product demand is attributed to the presence of a number of ingredients in the product such as vitamin D, bacopa monnieri, vitamin B12, vinpocetine, antioxidants, and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). These ingredients provide brain health benefits such as concentration level, memory enhancement, focus and attention, thereby driving the demand for the product. The market in North America is anticipated to grow due to rise in the sales of herbal products, along with increasing product launches. Growing health awareness among consumers, along with surge in the educational and promotional activities for the consumers, is anticipated to boost the growth in the region. Moreover, increase in the number of fitness clubs, fitness centers, and fitness programs and classes for mental and brain health issues is likely to augment the demand for brain health supplements over the forecast period. Growing interest for the healthy and natural ingredients in the product among youth due to their various health benefits will fuel the demand in […]
New research has found the secret to better brain function could be found in your backyard garden. Sage, an aromatic plant used since ancient times to treat numerous health issues, has modern health benefits, a study has discovered. Clinical trials from the UK suggest the common garden plant and herb can help improve memory, especially in the young and elderly. Studies show that sage has properties that can significantly improve cognitive performance. Separate clinical trials explored the effect of a type of sage extract grown and harvested by Sibelius, a natural product company spun-out from Oxford University. The first trial, which involved adults older than 65, showed that sage had near-immediate, significant improvements in secondary memory (where information is stored) and in accuracy of attention. The second trial looked at the effect of sage on the cognitive performance of 18 to 25-year-olds, finding significant effects on participants’ short term, episodic memory, as noted by their improved ability to accurately recall information. Both studies were randomised, placebo-controlled trials. Experts say the results are promising for those looking to delay the onset of age-related conditions, and for those eager to promote a healthier ageing process. Sage extracts have been shown to inhibit an enzyme that breaks down the part of the brain, that plays an important role in the formation of memories. They also possess strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which researchers say may contribute to its cognitive benefits. Sage may help to counteract the pro-inflammatory conditions associated with both cognitive diseases and poor cognitive performance.
(MENAFN – GetNews) According to report published by Grand View Research,Growing health concerns over depression, anxiety, anti-aging, and sleep recovery issues among consumers, along with rise in the disposable income, are driving the brain health supplements market over the forecast period. According to a report, ‘ Brain Health Supplements Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Natural Molecules, Herbal Extract), By Application (Memory Enhancement, Attention & Focus), And Segment Forecasts, 2019 – 2025 , published by Grand View Research, Inc.,The global brain health supplements market size is expected to reach USD 10.7 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc., expanding at a CAGR of 8.2% over the forecast period. Growing health concerns over depression, anxiety, anti-aging, and sleep recovery issues among consumers, along with rise in the disposable income, are driving the market over the forecast period. Booming dietary supplements industry on account of health concerns mainly in developed countries is further expected to propel the market growth. Nutritional benefits such as vitamins and minerals offered by the brain health supplements can reduce stress levels and offer protection against depression, anxiety, and dementia, thereby driving the market. Dementia can lead to anesthesia and depression in humans, therefore these products help to maintain the mental health of the consumers. The product demand is attributed to the presence of a number of ingredients in the product such as vitamin D, bacopa monnieri, vitamin B12, vinpocetine, antioxidants, and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). These ingredients provide brain health benefits such as concentration level, memory enhancement, focus and attention, thereby driving the demand for the product. Further key findings from the study suggest: In terms of revenue, the herbal extract segment is projected to expand at a CAGR of 9.7% over the forecast period Based on application, […]
Photo by Prostock-studio/Shutterstock Practicing good habits and building strengths will keep your well-being on the right track. 52 Small Changes for the Mind: Improve Memory. Minimize Stress. Increase Productivity. Boost Happiness. by Brett Blumenthal By making one small change a week all year long, we can feel much less stressed and more fulfilled, writes author Brett Blumenthal. Read 20 minutes a day. Choose books and articles you actually want to (rather than should) read. When you read what you love, your interest in reading grows. Reading keeps your brain healthy and protects against memory loss. Go on a screen diet. How much of your day is spent in front of a screen? Brett reports that some Americans spend up to 10 hours a day online, on mobile devices and in front of the TV. Try to reduce digital time by an hour a day. Attend a lecture in person instead of online or go to a concert instead of watching YouTube videos. Too much screen time can result in stress and sleeping problems, research shows. Deal with demons. Holding on to regret for past mistakes can hurt your potential and your future. Ask yourself: What past mistakes still upset you? Acknowledge your regrets and ask yourself what lessons you have learned. Start viewing your mistakes as “invaluable blessings,” Brett says. The Happiness Track: How to Apply the Science of Happiness to Accelerate Your Success by Emma Seppala, Ph.D. In her book, The Happiness Track , Emma Seppala, Ph.D., writes that working in a stressed-out overdrive mode isn’t the best or only pathway to success. With the latest findings in cognitive psychology and neuroscience, she shows us how happiness has a profound effect on our professional lives by increasing our productivity as well as our emotional and social intelligence. Tap […]
Turmeric is a widely used spice in cultures around the world. While it is an iconic ingredient in some of the tastiest dishes ever made, it’s also known and used for its incredible health benefits. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, heal your wounds, or treat PTSD, this yellow spice is a powerhouse when it comes to transforming your health. 15 Benefits of Turmeric for Health With numerous health benefits and powerful properties, turmeric has made a name for itself as a holistic solution to multiple medical conditions. Ready to see how turmeric can positively transform your life? Keep reading. 1. Fight Inflammation One of the most popular reasons people turn to turmeric is for its anti-inflammatory properties. Chronic inflammation causes arthritis, cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, many people turn to this bright yellow spice to use these anti-inflammatory properties to their advantage. Want to treat inflammation as all-naturally as possible? Start using this golden spice. According to certain studies, this spice is almost as powerful as some of the leading anti-inflammatory drugs. 2. Take Advantage of Antioxidants The antioxidants in this beneficial spice are a powerful way to fight free radicals. When left untreated, these free radicals can wreak havoc on our cells and DNA. This damage often leads to cancer and similar medical issues. By adding turmeric to your diet, you’ll be able to take advantage of its antioxidants. The antioxidants present in this spice can neutralize dangerous free radicals, highly reactive molecules that cause oxidative damage to our bodies. According to certain studies, turmeric’s antioxidants are instrumental in fighting free radicals, preventing cancer, and boosting your body’s antioxidant enzymes, 3. Boost Your Cognitive Functions Cognitive health is typically not a concern until we are older. However, to ensure you maintain cognitive health into old age, […]
Learning new skills can make older people’s brains three decades younger in just six weeks, according to a new study. Taking up three new tasks at the same time boosts mental power and protects against Alzheimer’s disease, scientists have found. These skills may range from language lessons to using an iPad , photography, writing music or painting. Scroll down for video Taking up three new skills, such as language lessons or learning how to use an iPad, at the same time can make older people’s brains three decades younger in just six weeks (file photo) Taking up three new skills, such as language lessons or learning how to use an iPad, at the same time can make older people’s brains three decades younger in just six weeks (file photo) The course workload would be similar to an undergraduate’s and adds to growing evidence that dementia is avoidable through lifestyle changes. After less than two months, those in their 80s increased their cognitive abilities to levels similar to those seen in someone in their 50s. Control group members, who did not take any classes, showed no change in their performance. Dr Rachel Wu, an assistant professor of psychology at California University, said: ‘The participants in the intervention bridged a 30-year difference in cognitive abilities after just six weeks and maintained these abilities while learning multiple new skills. HOW CAN I IMPROVE MY BRAIN POWER AS I GET OLDER? The new study, by researchers at California University, has found that learning multiple new skills simultaneously can improve brain power. Dr Rachel Wu, an assistant professor of psychology at the university, has said older people can ward off memory loss and confusion by soaking up information like a sponge – as a child would. Skills trialled in the study include learning how […]
Halfway through 2019, Koios is thrilled to provide an all-around positive update with respect to its operations. Koios’ products have increased in sales volume at its big box/grocery retailers. Additionally, Koios product sales volumes have increased both with its sports nutrition retailers and Amazon, and sell-through rates at specialty grocers and retailers is greater than the industry standard. The Company is presently undertaking efforts to revise its website to offer an improved e-commerce experience as well as an enhanced investor relations section. Koios is also in the process of procuring several distribution partners (including a third-party broker and co-packing vendors), though its focus remains on providing consistently good service to its current partners regardless of how much it scales upward. Finally, the Fit Soda TM product is being produced for wide-scale distribution outside of Denver, CO starting on Friday, July 19, 2019. This production will prepare the Company for wide-scale distribution of Fit Soda TM nationwide in August of 2019. VANCOUVER, July 17, 2019 /CNW/ – Koios Beverage Corp. (CSE: KBEV; OTC: KBEVF) (the "Company" or "Koios") is pleased to provide a mid-2019 corporate update, reflecting a number of notable positive advances since its prior update on March 19, 2019. For clarity, this update is segregated into five sections; Retailer Partnerships , Koios E-Commerce and IR Websites , Supply Chain Partner and Scalability Developments , Fit Soda Update , and Koios Financial Insights . Retailer Partnerships Koios’ products are primarily sold through the major retail channels of some of the biggest names in retail, in addition to Amazon, as well as a strong base of specialty grocers and retailers. Achieving distribution in a total of more than 4,300 stores in less than one year following a product’s launch is rarely seen for any new product line, with placement in […]
marijuana stock news Koios Provides Mid-2019 Corporate Update Including Strong Sales Numbers, Revised Website, and Fit Soda Launch Date Koios Beverage Corp. (CSE: KBEV; OTC: KBEVF) (the “Company” or “Koios”) is pleased to provide a mid-2019 corporate update, reflecting a number of notable positive advances since its prior update on March 19, 2019 . For clarity, this update is segregated into five sections; Retailer Partnerships , Koios E-Commerce and IR Websites , Supply Chain Partner and Scalability Developments , Fit Soda Update , and Koios Financial Insights . Koios’ products are primarily sold through the major retail channels of some of the biggest names in retail, in addition to Amazon, as well as a strong base of specialty grocers and retailers. Achieving distribution in a total of more than 4,300 stores in less than one year following a product’s launch is rarely seen for any new product line, with placement in national retailers typically taking several years to accomplish. While Koios is working with distributor agencies to expand its footprint with retailers, management is taking great caution to ensure growth does not occur too rapidly, as such growth may come at the expense of its current level of performance, and possibly damage its existing relationships. The Company’s primary focus remains on providing the highest quality of product and service to its current partners irrespective of the extent to which Koios scales upward. Big Box Grocery: Koios products are currently stocked in 1,084 “big box” grocery retail locations across the United States . Sales of Koios products have doubled in volume, driven by a sales per-SKU (stock keeping unit) increase from 1.1 to 3.4 per SKU on average, per store per week, in this specific channel (based on data from the week ending June 30, 2019 ). Koios partnered with […]
"Grand View Research, Inc. – Market Research And Consulting." According to report published by Grand View Research,Growing health concerns over depression, anxiety, anti-aging, and sleep recovery issues among consumers, along with rise in the disposable income, are driving the brain health supplements market over the forecast period. According to a report, “ Brain Health Supplements Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Natural Molecules, Herbal Extract), By Application (Memory Enhancement, Attention & Focus), And Segment Forecasts, 2019 – 2025 ”, published by Grand View Research, Inc.,The global brain health supplements market size is expected to reach USD 10.7 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc., expanding at a CAGR of 8.2% over the forecast period. Growing health concerns over depression, anxiety, anti-aging, and sleep recovery issues among consumers, along with rise in the disposable income, are driving the market over the forecast period. Booming dietary supplements industry on account of health concerns mainly in developed countries is further expected to propel the market growth. Nutritional benefits such as vitamins and minerals offered by the brain health supplements can reduce stress levels and offer protection against depression, anxiety, and dementia, thereby driving the market. Dementia can lead to anesthesia and depression in humans, therefore these products help to maintain the mental health of the consumers. The product demand is attributed to the presence of a number of ingredients in the product such as vitamin D, bacopa monnieri, vitamin B12, vinpocetine, antioxidants, and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). These ingredients provide brain health benefits such as concentration level, memory enhancement, focus and attention, thereby driving the demand for the product. Further key findings from the study suggest: In terms of revenue, the herbal extract segment is projected to expand at a CAGR of 9.7% over […]
( Natural News ) Improve your metabolic health by consuming poria ( Poria cocos ) mushroom, which is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine. Poria mushrooms contain a water-insoluble polysaccharide that can be used as a prebiotic for preventing and treating metabolic diseases , as well as for regulating blood sugar and lipid metabolism, according to a study published in the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines . In the study, researchers from the University of Science and Technology of China , Chinese Academy of Sciences , and the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences looked at the effects of a water-insoluble polysaccharide in poria on the prevention and treatment of metabolic disorders . To do this, the researchers treated obese and diabetic mice with the water-insoluble polysaccharide. The results showed that treatment with the water-insoluble polysaccharide dramatically improved blood sugar and lipid metabolism in obese and diabetic mice. It also reduced the inflammation and fatty liver by modulating the mice’s gut microbiota. The water-insoluble polysaccharide increased the butyrate-producing bacteria in the gut, thereby increasing the levels of butyrate in the gut. Butyrate plays an important role in supporting gut health. It serves as the primary source of energy to the colonic mucosa and an important regulator of gene expression, inflammation, differentiation, and programmed cell death. In addition, treatment with the water-insoluble polysaccharide improved the gut mucosal integrity of the mice. Other health benefits of poria mushroom Also known as China root, poria is used in traditional Chinese medicine as an aid for many health problems , such as Alzheimer’s disease, anxiety, cough, diabetes, diarrhea, fatigue, high cholesterol , insomnia, stress, and tinnitus. It is also said to enhance memory, strengthen the immune system, and protect against cancer. Scientific studies have also looked at the potential benefits of this medicine, […]
We typically group habits into two categories: good and bad. While the line between them might appear to be clear, it can sometimes get blurry. Some habits labelled ‘bad’ do actually produce great, productive results. Here are just seven habits that scientific research shows you shouldn’t worry too much about. 1. Daydreaming Daydreaming can occupy up to a third of our waking lives, but it’s often seen as a waste of time and is associated with laziness and procrastination. However, research has found that the ‘executive network’ in our brain is highly active when we’re daydreaming. And that sleepiness you feel when you drift off into a daydream? It can actually boost your brain power. According to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America, the areas of our brain used while we daydream are the same ones that help with complex problem solving. So, daydream away. 2. Gossiping Talking about other people is a global fascination. People can’t resist a good story or secret – there are magazines and TV shows devoted to celebrity gossip and members of the public telling tales. And in an era where mental illness and stress-related diseases are on the rise, it turns out that sharing other people’s news has a whole range of mood-boosting benefits. Researchers at Brown University found that most people’s mood improved for up to four hours after spending just 20 minutes gossiping with a friend. A whopping 96 per cent of people were able to reduce tension and anxiety this way. Gossip can help you bond with whoever you’re speaking with, it can help you learn a bit more about the individuals and situations around you, and laughing over some scandalous story can release feel-good hormones that help […]
We typically group habits into two categories: good and bad. While the line between them might appear to be clear, it can sometimes get blurry. Some habits labelled ‘bad’ do actually produce great, productive results. Here are just seven habits that scientific research shows you shouldn’t worry too much about. 1. Daydreaming Daydreaming can occupy up to a third of our waking lives, but it’s often seen as a waste of time and is associated with laziness and procrastination. However, research has found that the ‘executive network’ in our brain is highly active when we’re daydreaming. And that sleepiness you feel when you drift off into a daydream? It can actually boost your brain power. According to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America, the areas of our brain used while we daydream are the same ones that help with complex problem solving. So, daydream away. 2. Gossiping Talking about other people is a global fascination. People can’t resist a good story or secret – there are magazines and TV shows devoted to celebrity gossip and members of the public telling tales. And in an era where mental illness and stress-related diseases are on the rise, it turns out that sharing other people’s news has a whole range of mood-boosting benefits. Researchers at Brown University found that most people’s mood improved for up to four hours after spending just 20 minutes gossiping with a friend. A whopping 96 per cent of people were able to reduce tension and anxiety this way. Gossip can help you bond with whoever you’re speaking with, it can help you learn a bit more about the individuals and situations around you, and laughing over some scandalous story can release feel-good hormones that help […]