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The claim that “vaccines are completely safe” is FAKE news, yet the entire corporate-run media parrots the lie daily
( Natural News ) Are vaccines safe? It’s a loaded question, and many people prefer not to even discuss it because arguments about it can become very heated. It’s hard to believe that there can be such dramatically conflicting views on something that science has proven again and again – that vaccines are unsafe – but the corporate-run media repeats this lie so often that many people simply take it as gospel. There’s also the fact that sites like Google and Facebook like to ensure people only see news stories that support their beliefs rather than challenge them – beliefs that were created in the first place by truly fake news. You don’t have to look very hard if you want evidence that vaccines are bad. The first place you could head in your quest for the truth is the Department of Health and Human Services’ very own Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System , or VAERS. This is the site that Americans can use to report adverse vaccine events to health authorities. Around 30,000 VAERS reports about vaccine injuries and deaths are filed every year. It’s a shocking number on its own, and it’s likely only a fraction of the true number of injuries considering that many people don’t use the system or even know it exists. More than $3 billion has been paid to families who suffered from vaccine damage or vaccine death, and Congress has even set up a court devoted to vaccine damage cases. How is that even necessary for something that is as safe as the media claims? Perhaps the most infuriating part of this, however, is that the vaccine industry is granted legal immunity in such cases, so pharmaceutical firms are not liable for the damage. They just have to pay out settlements and […]
Tips for eating on rations from the Great Depression: Recipes the Greatest Generation grew up on
( Natural News ) We are standing on the precipice of chaos. Our society seems to be slowly unraveling — and to what end, none of us can say. It does no good to worry about what could or could not happen, but the true survivalist is prepared for whatever outcome. Here at NaturalNews , we’ve written dozens of articles on medical preparedness, how to build a proper firearm arsenal and stockpile survival supplies. However, for this, we will be focusing on how to properly ration food during times of austerity. We’ve taken the liberty to use some of the tips our grandparents and great-grandparents learned during the Great Depression and the second World War. Take note that these tips will prove to be very useful when disaster strikes and you can’t just run to the nearest grocery store. (h/t to Survivopedia.com .) Know what is inexpensive and can be used both as a main ingredient and as a leftover — Now is not the time to turn your nose away from versatile food. We’ve become accustomed to throwing away food that is partially used or no longer “fresh.” This is a waste, considering that many items are perfectly edible even if they are just “leftovers.” Take, for example, the humble potato. Using leftover mashed potatoes, you can make pancakes that can serve as a meal. Beans are another example. Maximize bread — Every crumb counts . The second World War gave birth to many recipes that used stale bread as a base for many delicious dishes. The “ fairy toast ” in particular was hailed for being both easy to make and having a long shelf life. Most recipes using stale bread were for desserts, so a lot of the recipes you’d find call for sugar but you […]
The compelling link between food and mood: Eating real food plays a significant role in how mentally healthy you are
( Natural News ) Across all the literature and studies on the potential link between mental health and one’s diet, experts agree that cutting down on inflammatory foods is a sure-fire way to feel better. The effects can be likened to the domino effect; with healthier food improving physical function, which in turn boosts mental health. Unsurprisingly, this strengthened mental capacity encourages people to be more physically fit, thus completing the cycle for better overall health. Time and again REAL science has shown the compelling link between eating organic food and improved mental health . Scientists and nutritionists alike have highlighted and underscored it (twice) that the best way to beat depression (and similar mental illnesses) is to first look at the food one is eating. The real killer here is a high-sugar diet that encourages the growth of free radicals that do a number on your body. This is not only limited to munching on a chocolate bar every now and then but in the consumption of sugary beverages such as fruit juices, sports drinks, and even flavored water. None of these “healthy” water alternatives are doing your mental health any favors. Several studies have proven that sugar triggers depression and other mental health problems by influencing several key processes in the body. One of the most worrisome is its role in suppressing the activity of a growth hormone in the brain called brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). Those with low BDNF levels are at an increased risk in developing both depression and schizophrenia. (Related: Depression is a symptom of nutrient deficiency; treating it with drugs is not only ineffective but dangerous .) Get CLEAN FOOD and help support our mission to keep you informed : The Health Ranger Store lab verifies everything we sell with accredited testing for […]
Melatonin PROVEN to have anti-obesity effects
( Natural News ) Melatonin has been getting a lot of attention as a natural sleeping aid, but researchers from several universities now reveal it can also help in limiting weight gain . In a study on rats, they proved that the long-term administration of melatonin could increase the body’s capability to use up calories and burn away unwanted pounds. The researchers from the University of Granada , University Hospital La Paz , and the University of Texas conducted their study on a group of diabetic rats, to which they administered melatonin. They discovered two mechanisms that made melatonin effective in aiding weight loss. First, melatonin increased the rats’ brown adipose tissue (BAT) mass. It is a kind of “good fat” which burns energy instead of storing it. The increase in BAT “browned” the harmful white visceral fat in the abdomen and converted it to beige fat which, like brown tissue, burns and does not store energy. Second, melatonin boosted the levels of UCP1, the protein that jumpstarts the calorie-burning process. This enhanced the size and function of the mitochondria, the very powerhouse of the cells, thereby increasing the body’s capacity for thermogenesis or the process of converting calories into heat and usable energy. Ahmad Agil Abdalla, a professor at the Department of Pharmacology of the University of Granada and the main author of the study, expressed surprise at the results. He explained that the rats lost weight whether or not diet and physical exertion were taken into account. However, he admitted that outcomes might not be the same in humans. He did recommend employing melatonin treatment to complement a restricted diet plan and regular exercise. Support our mission and protect your health: Organic Seeds of Life combines Red Raspberry Seed Power, Black Cumin Seed Power and Red Grape […]
EVERY policy change the Democrats want to push is first framed by playing political football with CHILDREN
( Natural News ) When the Democrats want to make something an issue, they always trot out “the children” as props to support their stated objective. We need universal healthcare “for the children,” even if it bankrupts them as an unsustainable policy when they reach adulthood. We must have more gun control and outright gun bans “for the children,” even if it means more of them will no longer be defended by responsible gun-owning parents and thus be at greater risk from criminals. Now, of course, we must have open borders “for the children” because POTUS Trump and his evil jack-booted Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents are throwing migrant children into gulags and “concentration camps” — or something like that. As noted by Arthur Schaper at Townhall.com , the issue of separating children from adults who cross illegally into the U.S. is being blown way out of proportion by “faux outrage.” “The chattering classes wail about the separation of illegal families, but what about the American parents who have been separated from their families and can never reunite with them?” he writes, in reference to American families whose family members have been killed or injured by people in the U.S. illegally. (Related: GAMING our system: Illegal aliens using minors to gain entry into U.S. up 315 percent .) He notes further that the migrant children being separated from adults “are receiving adequate food, shelter, clothing, and an education” — all at taxpayer’s expense, of course. Democrats — who are demonstrating yet again they prefer to support everyone except American citizens — have no real interest in these children other than using them for political gain. If they really cared about them they would have passed a comprehensive immigration reform bill when they controlled Congress in 2009-2010 and Obama was […]
11 Brain-Boosting Smoothies
You can do crosswords and Sudoku puzzles until your hand hurts, but all that brain-busting work will go to waste if you don’t fuel your thinker with the right nutrients. When you eat for your brain, you will think more clearly and efficiently, says Daniel Amen, MD, author of Unleash The Power Of The Female Brain . The following smoothies are packed with foods that help boost blood flow, stabilize blood sugar, and neutralize free-radical damage—all important for optimal brain health. Check out all 11 recipes now! Inflammation is just as bad for your brain as it is for your body. Chia seeds are high in omega-3 fatty acids, which experts believe are necessary for transmitting signals between brain cells. Blueberries and raspberries are also known for encouraging healthy connections between the cells of the brain. SERVINGS: 1 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup raspberries 1/2 small banana, peeled and frozen 1/4 cup diced pineapple 2 Tbsp chia seeds 3 ice cubes 1/2 cup pomegranate juice 1 serving whey protein powder (vanilla) 1. COMBINE all the ingredients except the protein powder in a blender, and blend at high speed until smooth. 2. ADD the protein powder and lightly blend until incorporated. NUTRITION (per serving) 380 cal, 24 g pro, 67 g carb, 14 g fiber, 4.4 g fat, 1.1 g sat fat, 59 mg sodium Dopamine is a neurotransmitter involved in motivation, emotion, and pleasure, and it’s easily boosted by a healthy serving of protein—found here in the form of protein powder and soy milk. Chia seeds keep your blood sugar steady, says Dr. Amen, while a moderate amount of caffeine will keep you focused. Mix up this smoothie when you really need to get things done! SERVINGS: 1 1/2 cup small banana, peeled and frozen 1 Tbsp chia seeds […]
Understanding observational learning: Why we are able to learn from other people’s mistakes
( Natural News ) Humans learn from mistakes – but those errors don’t have to be their own, an article in Science Daily states . The ability to learn from the experiences of other people is called observational learning . A study from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has identified the unique brain circuit that enables this secondhand learning. The circuit is separate from the neural network that the brain uses to learn from firsthand experiences. Instead, observational learning is powered by the part of the brain that translates social cues. Earlier studies involving human brain scanning have shown that the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) and basolateral amygdala (BLA) are very active whenever humans are learning from other people’s episodes. The ACC is known to interpret social information, while the BLA handles emotions. However, these were unable to determine the exact interaction between these two parts of the brain during the process of observational learning. (Related: Teachers, take it outside: Study shows student motivation and participation improves outdoors .) Observer mice learn from watching other mice’s experiences The MIT team constructed an animal model where mice watched another specimen get electric shocks. Each shock was signaled by a very recognizable cue, either a sound or a light. The mice that received the shocks quickly learned to associate them with the cue. They would freeze in fear whenever they encountered that cue, even if no shocks resulted. Furthermore, the researchers reported that the mice that observed the session would also freeze in fright when they were subjected to the cue the day after. They learned from the experience of the mice receiving the shocks. Get more news like this without being censored : Get the Natural News app for your mobile devices. Enjoy uncensored news, lab test results, videos, […]
Why do we crave junk food so much? We explain the gut-brain connection and how you can train yourself to want healthier food
( Natural News ) If you’ve ever decided to start eating healthier but soon found yourself reaching for a bag of chips, it’s not just because you lack self-control. You’re probably fighting against enemies – trillions of them, in fact – that you can’t see. The bacteria in your gut play a larger role in your life than you may think. They are linked to your brain in what scientists dub “the gut/brain axis,” which they use to send signals to your brain, affecting your decisions, especially with regards to what you eat. If you feed the bacteria in your gut with junk food, you will be supporting the growth of those microorganisms that thrive on junk food. Soon these bacteria will multiply and keep on asking your brain for more – you got it right – junk food. This is how bad cravings are created. (Related: Junk food is engineered to addict you to chemical ingredients .) The only way to put a stop to the cravings is by doing the opposite and starting to eat healthily. Consuming a diet rich in fruits and vegetables will starve out junk food-loving microorganisms, causing a decline in their numbers and reducing those cravings. The microorganisms that like healthy food will multiply in their place, fostering a healthier microbiome. It doesn’t take much to foster a population of friendly bacteria in your gut. Fill your diet with fiber-rich food There are two types of fiber, soluble and insoluble, and both are good for you. Insoluble fiber is usually found in the roughage of food items like vegetables, whole grain cereals, and fruits. Get CLEAN FOOD and help support our mission to keep you informed : The Health Ranger Store lab verifies everything we sell with accredited testing for heavy metals, microbiology […]
American Medical Association goes all-in for gun control, turning doctors into police state enforcers
( Natural News ) The American Medical Association (AMA) is a powerful organization that defines medical education and medical practice in the U.S. The organization creates policies for all physicians to follow and they can threaten a doctor’s medical license if they do not follow along. In 2018, the AMA has decided to support gun control as a public health issue . First established in 1845, the AMA determined , most importantly, medical ethics. This includes protecting a patient’s right to informed consent before any medical treatment or procedure takes place. Today, the AMA fails to enforce its informed consent policy, allowing pediatricians to get away with vaccinating kids without providing the vaccine insert to parents. If informed consent was enforced , then parents would see the lack of safety data for vaccines. Parents would see exactly what vaccines are doing to their sons and daughters, and doctors would honor parents’ questions, concerns, and decisions not to vaccinate. Over the years, the AMA established rules for what constitutes a medical education. AMA policy makers soon dictated what medicine was, establishing chemical interventions as the only model of “evidence-based” medicine. The AMA has a dark history of suppressing effective herbal medicine, chiropractic care, homeopathy, cancer cures, and alternative therapies for healing. It’s not surprising that the AMA is all in for the current CDC vaccine schedule, advocating dozens of vaccine doses for children, even though reports of vaccine damage continue to pour in to the VAERS reporting system. (Related: More children harmed by vaccines than from gunshots , government statistics reveal.) Get more news like this without being censored : Get the Natural News app for your mobile devices. Enjoy uncensored news, lab test results, videos, podcasts and more. Bypass all the unfair censorship by Google, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter. […]
Mild Problem Solving Tasks Improve Brain Function After Concussion
Summary: A new study reports performing a simple cognitive task four days after a concussion can help activate brain areas that improve memory function and can guard against the psychological affects of brain injury. Source: Southern Methodist University. Concern is growing about the danger of sports-related concussions and their long-term impact on athletes. But physicians and healthcare providers acknowledge that the science is evolving, leaving questions about rehabilitation and treatment options. Currently, guidelines recommend that traumatic brain injury patients get plenty of rest and avoid physical and cognitive activity until symptoms subside. But a new pilot study looking at athletes with concussions suggests total inactivity may not be the best way to recover after all, say scientists at Southern Methodist University, Dallas, where the research was conducted. The study found that a simple cognitive task as early as four days after a brain injury activated the region that improves memory function and can guard against two hallmarks of concussion — depression and anxiety. “Right now, if you have a concussion the directive is to have complete physical and cognitive rest, no activities, no social interaction, to let your brain rest and recover from the energy crisis as a result of the injury,” said SMU physiologist Sushmita Purkayastha, who led the research, which was funded by the Texas Institute for Brain Injury and Repair at UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas. “But what we saw, the student athletes came in on approximately the third day of their concussion and the test was not stressful for them. None of the patients complained about any symptom aggravation as a result of the task. Their parasympathetic nervous system — which regulates automatic responses such as heart rate when the body is at rest — was activated, which is a good sign,” said Purkayastha, an […]
Aged garlic extract reduces low-grade inflammation in obese people
( Natural News ) A study published in Clinical Nutrition has touted the anti-inflammatory benefits of aged garlic extract, providing evidence that its supplementation can decrease inflammatory markers among obese individuals . The double-blind, randomized study involved 51 healthy adults. Their mean age was at 45.6 years while their mean body mass index (BMI) was at 36.1 – well within the obese range. The subjects were matched according to BMI and divided into two groups. One group received aged garlic supplementation while the other was given a placebo. Capsules labeled either A or B were provided to the subjects who, along with the researchers, were not privy to the intervention assignments to ensure objectivity. Both placebo and supplement groups were told to drink three capsules with food twice a day without changing their diet or workout routine. One capsule contained 0.6 grams of the product, which meant that in a day, members of the supplement group ingested 3.6 grams of aged garlic extract. This regimen continued for six weeks, after which the participants’ blood lipid and inflammatory markers were noted. To determine any changes in immune cell populations and the levels of cytokine secretion over the six-week period, the researches also looked at peripheral blood mononuclear cells derived from the participants’ blood. Analysis revealed noticeably lower levels of inflammatory markers serum IL-6 and TNF-α in those who took the supplements compared to those who took the placebo. This proved aged garlic extract’s ability to combat inflammations that can lead to serious health conditions. Sponsored solution from CWC Labs: This heavy metals test kit allows you to test almost anything for 20+ heavy metals and nutritive minerals, including lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium, aluminum and more. You can test your own hair, vitamins, well water, garden soil, superfoods, pet hair, beverages […]
Best Ways To Improve Your Child’s Mental Abilities
Every parent wants their child to do well mentally. Research now shows there are some things you can do to help your child be smarter. Here are some tips. Children aren’t all born the same – some have a natural knack for numbers and problems while others are naturally athletic and outgoing. Much of this is genetic, but our brains are continually developing. While we can understand new things from a very young age, the Harvard University Preschool Project conducted a study that showed the importance of personal experiences and how they contribute to the mental development of children between the ages 1.5 – 8-years-old is monumental. The experiences children have during these times shape their intellect for years to come. Studies have already concluded that both parents play a crucial role in their child’s upbringing. This is because they choose what their children are exposed to and what activities they should indulge in. It’s up to you to improve on your children’s mental capabilities throughout their fundamental years – especially their executive functions (a.k.a. brain functions), which involve the basic capabilities of planning, time management, and memory-oriented details. By working to enhance these functions for your children you’re influencing their perceived excellence and setting the tone for their future successes. Science says this is easily doable thanks to mental training activities. This help accelerates your child’s learning and intellectual capabilities in fun-filled ways. At the same time, they also ‘rewire’ and unlock your child’s mental potential. With this in mind, here are a few things you can do. Help Increase Your Children’s Concentration Mom’s Choice Awards says there are a few simple activities that can help you improve your children’s memory and concentration. For little kids, having them count their toys and then gradually removing some of them […]
6 Ways Cannabis Keeps You Young
Our bodies are very unique and complex. Believe it or not, cannabis can help that human body – and there are countless ways, but we’ve got to start somewhere. Here are 6 ways cannabis is effectively your very own private Fountain of Youth, keeping users young, healthy, happy and hungry. 1. Keeps Skin Youthful and Glowing Some skin conditions can be chronic, unsightly and sometimes painful for those that suffer from them. Cannabis is full of antioxidants and its ability to reduce inflammation has some serious anti-aging properties. Topically applied, cannabis salves can also assist users with skin irritations such as eczema or rosacea. With skin that is well taken care of, no one will be able to guess your age. 2. Acts as a Sleep Aid Getting good sleep in invaluable. While we sleep our bodies repair and recover, improve its immune function , solidify memories and more. Without good sleep, a person could function at a lower level then they are capable of – and will have dark circles or bags under their eyes to boot. Cannabis is an ancient and natural way to lull your body into a restful sleep. Cannabis indica specifically can produce a feeling which many refer to as “couchlock,” meaning you don’t really want to go anywhere once you’ve sat down on the couch. Sounds restful to us, especially when trying to get your beauty rest. 3. Is Used to Relieve Arthritis Pain Reduces inflammation. Anyone with arthritis pain will tell you it is one of the worst sensations you can have. It makes simple things like picking up your keys or opening a door more difficult than it should be. Cannabis reduces inflammation in joints and has proven itself as an effective medicine, both orally and topically, for arthritic pain sufferers. […]
166: Understanding Autoimmunity and the Mind/Body Connection With Body Belief Author Aimee Raupp
Today’s episode will be very helpful for anyone with autoimmune disease (or any chronic health problem). Aimee Raupp is an expert in women’s health and she takes an important and unusual approach: focusing on the mind/body connection first and foremost. Her approach offers hope to those who have tried all the dietary, lifestyle, and supplemental options but still don’t feel their best. She makes a compelling case for why how we feel and think has such a dramatic health impact, and what to do about it. Body Belief: How the Mind Drastically Impacts the Body Aimee is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist and she holds a Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine. Her holistic background helped her realize that many things modern medicine labels as “incurable” can be reversed, but it takes a more in-depth approach than just medicine or even just diet. In This Episode You’ll Learn the root causes of autoimmunity what’s causing the autoimmune epidemic why the mind-body connection is so important to healing, but why it is often discounted the beliefs that we have to let go of/detox from what the most common health-thwarting beliefs are and how to start transforming thoughts Aimee’s favorite “renewed beliefs” that help radically shift health why it isn’t just possible, but doable, to feel better that we currently do how to start a habit of health-promoting thoughts Resources We Mention Other Topics We Mention & Related Episodes Do you struggle with autoimmune disease or any chronic illness? Share your story in the comments below! And please, take two minutes to leave a review on iTunes . I value knowing what you think and this helps other moms find the podcast, too! A Big Thank You to Today’s Podcast Sponsors This episode is brought to you by Four Sigmatic. […]
Eating dinner in the mid-afternoon then fasting lowers blood pressure and boosts metabolism
( Natural News ) It’s not just what you eat, but when you eat that matters. This is what researchers from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) concluded when they found that fasting can cause significant improvements in a person’s blood sugar control, blood pressure and oxidative stress levels. Intermittent fasting is hot, but it is far from being a new topic. For one, many celebrities attribute their weight loss to it. “We know intermittent fasting improves metabolism and health,” said Courtney Peterson, assistant professor at UAB’s Department of Nutrition Sciences and one of the researchers in the study. “However, we didn’t know whether these effects are simply because people ate less and lost weight.” Peterson and her team decided to test the effects of early time-restricted feeding (eTRF). In this method, a person is allowed to eat only within a set period (usually 10 hours or shorter) every day. It is different from conventional intermittent fasting in that meals are taken earlier to account for your circadian rhythm. For example, in eTRF, a person will dinner during the mid-afternoon, and spend the rest of the day fasting. For the study, the researchers recruited eight men diagnosed as prediabetic. They were told to follow eTRF for five weeks and to eat at normal American meal times for another five weeks. In the eTRF schedule, the subjects ate within a six-hour period (between 6:30 to 8:30 and no later than three in the afternoon) and fasted for the remaining 18 hours. In the American schedule, the men were allowed to eat their meals over a 12-hour period. Support our mission and protect your health: Organic Seeds of Life combines Red Raspberry Seed Power, Black Cumin Seed Power and Red Grape Seed Powder into the most potent nutrient-rich supplemental superfood […]
Minimize the unwanted side effects of alcohol with these nutritional supplements
( Natural News ) Drinking alcohol in small to moderate amounts can be beneficial to the heart, but it can also cause unwanted side effects. When you drink alcohol, the ethanol breaks down the toxic compound called acetaldehyde. This compound is the reason you get a hangover after excessive alcohol consumption. In addition to morning-after headaches and shakiness, acetaldehyde also binds to DNA, causing mutations that trigger cancer. It also produces reactive oxygen species that cause inflammation and encourage tumor development. Lastly, this toxic compound diminishes amounts of essential vitamins, at the same time interferes with the natural antioxidant defense systems of the body. Fortunately, there are nutritional supplements that help mitigate the side effects of alcohol . These include the following: B-vitamins – Consuming alcohol depletes vitamins B6 and B1, which are important for fighting oxidation. Alcohol also affects folic acid, a form of vitamin B9, which is responsible for suppressing cancer genes called proto-oncogenes. Therefore, nutritional supplements of the vitamin B complex are important to reduce the risk of cancer . Moreover, health experts suggest that taking a B-complex supplement, together with 100 milligrams (mg) of thiamine, helps protect the nervous system whenever you drink alcohol. Barley grass extracts – Barley grass is a fiber-rich grain that contains extracts that prevent gastrointestinal tumors, according to an animal study. Barley grass also contains lunasin, which is a specific cancer-preventing protein. Barley grass is also a prebiotic that serves as food for good gut bacteria and helps ward off colon cancer. Benfotiamine – Benfotiamine, a fat-soluble form of thiamine, is a powerful antioxidant that prevents cell damage and neutralizes the harmful effects of acetaldehyde. It also works better for increasing thiamine levels after alcohol consumption than thiamine alone. Chlorophyllin – Chlorophyllin, the water-soluble form of chlorophyll, is a natural […]
Menopause Brain Fog: What Is It and How to Treat It?
Many women experiencing menopause often describe brain fog, but there was not enough evidence to support such claims. Well, additional research findings have just come out which reveal that brain fog in menopause is a real thing. Brain fog is used to describe forgetfulness, difficulty concentrating, and inability to think clearly. Brain fog as a result of menopause is neither a permanent condition nor does it increase the risk of dementia later on in life. But in the moment, it is a frustrating symptom to live with. Low Estrogen during Menopause Leads to Brain Fog The study, which builds upon objective evidence, found that a woman’s ability to carry about memory tasks becomes hindered when her estrogen begins to dip – around the age of 45 to 55. Estrogen is related to activity in the hippocampus which is the area of the brain responsible for memory and thinking. Roughly 60 percent of menopausal women report brain fog symptoms during menopause. The recent study adds to previous findings by offering better understanding of how estrogen plays a role in the brain. The study was based on 200 women whose memory skills were tested along with undergoing a functional MRI to track brain activity. The study found that on average women with lower estrodiol – a form of estrogen – performed worse on memory tests. Postmenopausal women also showed different brain activity in the hippocampus compared to premensopausal women. But these changes were not seen among all women which raises the question as to why some women experience such changes where others do not. Researchers speculate that lifestyle habits of women may also offer protective effects from the decline of estrogen. For example, women who frequently exercise are less likely to experience brain fog which raises the possibility that exercise offers […]
How shifting to organic farming could help rural America rebound from economic disaster
( Natural News ) The practice of organic farming is becoming increasingly popular. This industry may very well be the rope that pulls the rural regions of the U.S. out of an economic quagmire, an article in Civil Eats stated . Organic agriculture is currently worth $47 billion and shows no sign of petering out any time soon. Certified organic farmers can be assured that health-minded customers will pay premiums for their naturally-grown produce. The main challenge in the Corn Belt is the dearth of organic customers who are near and numerous enough to make the transition worth the trouble. Furthermore, rural regions of states like Iowa are suffering from numerous problems like fewer young families, closure of important facilities, brain drain, and lack of jobs. (Related: Congress is proposing big changes to the National Organic Standards Board – and farmers are raising the alarm .) New act could encourage more young people to try organic farming Concerned state politicians are addressing the gap between their state’s rural residents and their urban and suburban equivalents. Several rural counties in Vermont continue to bleed jobs, while others hunger for the WiFi and cell phone coverage that power modern-day businesses. To this end, congressmen from Vermofarmint and Wisconsin have come up with the Organic Farmers Access Act . This new legislation increases the eligibility of organic farmers for certain rural development programs of the federal government. The Act will not directly provide funding. But it will put organic producers and processors at the head of the line for rural development grants and loans. Farmers who want to switch to organic methods will get first dibs on such loans. Support our mission and enhance your own self-reliance : The laboratory-verified Organic Emergency Survival Bucket provides certified organic, high-nutrition storable food for emergency […]
Are There Foods or Supplements That Help with Brain Function?
We want to stay physically fit as we age, but we want our brains to stay as sharp as possible too! As we get older, we lose brain volume, especially in our area of the brain called the hippocampus, a portion of the brain involved in memory and cognitive function. Yet, you probably know people who are sharp witted even at an advanced age, for example, a 90-year-old who can still complete the New York Times crossword puzzle in record time. So, our brains age at variable rates and this is at least partially dependent on lifestyle. We all age at different rates. Because people are living longer and want to enjoy the latter years of life with a fully functional brain, there’s growing interest in nootropics, supplements that may have cognitive benefits or slow down brain aging. Of course, there’s also interest in the role diet plays in how quickly the brain ages as well. To satisfy the desire to stay sharp and cognitively intact with age, there’s no shortage of supplements that claim to offer brain health benefits – but how many are legitimate? Are there specific supplements or foods that help slow brain aging or enhance cognitive health? Let’s look at some that you commonly hear about. Fish Oil Fish oil, and fatty fish contain omega-3 polyunsaturated fats. The two best-known omega-3’s in fatty fish called DHA and EPA are components of cell membranes, including brain cells. Studies suggest that having a higher concentration of DHA and EPA in cell membranes may offer health benefits. Why omega-3’s? We know that DHA and EPA are important for normal brain development and function. Having a higher ratio of omega-3’s to omega-6 (another type of fatty acid that’s pro-inflammatory) seems to be favorable for brain function and for health. […]
This is why older people have a harder time focusing under stress
( Natural News ) Aging takes a toll on the brain, affecting memory and the ability to focus. A study published in the journal Nature Human Behavior found that older people find it difficult to focus because they have a weaker locus coeruleus . This particular brain network is responsible for controlling the ability to focus while under stress or emotional arousal, but it weakens as people age. In the study, researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) in the U.S. , Takachiho University in Japan, and University of Reading in the U.K. used brain scans and the rate of pupil dilation in 28 younger adults and 24 older adults in order to monitor their physiological arousal and locus coeruleus activity. As the brains of the participants were scanned, the research team presented pairs of pictures of a building and an object. They manipulated the photographs to make the building appear clear and highlighted while the other object was made to appear faint, or vice versa. For every pair, the participants had to identify which picture was highlighted. To induce physiological arousal, some trials began with a tone warning that they might get an electric shock at the end of the trial, while others began with a tone signaling that there would be no shock. Greater pupil dilation and sweat were seen among the participants during trials when they expected a shock. Older adults exhibited less activity in the frontoparietal network when expecting a shock. The network did not seem to efficiently respond to the signals sent by the locus coeruleus. When anticipating a shock, they exhibited greater activity in the parahippocampal place area, which activates when a person is viewing images of places, although it did not matter whether the image was highlighted or not. As a […]
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Mind has both conscious and subconscious halves. These are likened to a driver and the truck he drives. The driver plans the destination and observes road conditions, while the truck provides motive power. Your subconscious mind is like the truck and it only goes in the direction in which is a steered. This can be the road or off a cliff. Likewise, the consciousness paints a picture of what the world is and what your goals are and the subconscious acts on them through emotion, physical response and energy, whether these are correct, rational images or false negative ones. The subconscious is also like an emotional reservoir which your body and mind draw responses from to external stimuli.
The Power Within lays out a method of programming your subconscious and tapping into the Holy Spirit, God voice or what the Greeks called the daimon (godman).