Learn about brain health and nootropics to boost brain function
Sharone is a busy 51-year-old working mother of two teenage boys who lives in the Boston area. When she turned 48 years old, she began experiencing night sweats, which woke her and prevented her from getting a sound slumber nightly. Lying in bed, she…
Lion’s Mane Mushroom is known for stimulating Nerve Growth Factor, improving cognition and memory, and relieving depression. Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is unique in the mushroom family both in appearance and function. Lion’s Mane Mushroom is extremely effective at stimulating Nerve Growth Factor (NGF)…
Outdoor exercising is, without a doubt, healthy and highly beneficial to your body and mind. However, a large number of people perceive exercising negatively, seeing it as more of an obligatory and stressful routine than a healthy practice. But if you think of it,…
Often called the herb of grace, Brahmi has been known for its medicinal properties since time immemorial and is amenable to use in a multitude of ways. This therapeutic herb, known as a memory booster, an aphrodisiac and a health tonic that lowers blood…
The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. Aug 20, 2020 (Baystreet.ca via COMTEX) — Mushrooms could do magic for your health. In fact, according to researchers form Griffith University, mushrooms have the “ability to activate cell immunity in…
( Natural News ) Most consumers who indulge themselves with mood-enhancing “treats” like sugar, nicotine, alcohol, or high doses of caffeine, are also paying a price on the back end when the dopamine “crutch” wears off, and they experience what has come to be…
What would you think about eating a mushroom that looks a little like the scruff of a lion? Not totally convinced about lion’s mane mushroom? What if I told you that it’s associated with major brain repair, potential cancer-fighting power and is undergoing research…
In 2020, about 5.8 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. This number is estimated to reach 13.8 million by 2050, according to a report by the Alzheimer’s Association . An unfortunate reality of aging is cognitive decline, which can lead to memory loss,…
Having sleep issues? You’re not alone. The Consumer Reports found that about 168 million Americans struggle with sleep every week. Prescription drugs are no longer the only option due to dangerous side-effects. They can also cause addiction problems and natural alternatives remain a viable…
Whether you are a college student that has an exam coming up or a busy professional who is striving for a promotion, the idea of being able to take something that can boost your brainpower and intelligence is very appealing. It may seem like…
What occurs in the brain when we are deep in slumber? What are the different stages of sleep and what role do they play in learning and memory formation? What about in anxiety and pain? Do neurons and neurotransmitters also play a role? These…
Are you already annoyed by how you can’t seem to sleep at night? Or wake up frequently in the wee hours of the morning? If yes, then you must also be aware as to how insomnia can negatively affect how you function throughout the…
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is one of the most commonly consumed spices in the world, usually used for seasoning. Apart from adding flavour to your dishes, ginger has multiple medicinal properties and benefits. It has played an important role in both traditional Chinese and Indian…
A FUZZY BRAIN IS no fun when you have worlds to conquer and magic to make (or maybe babies to feed and deadlines to meet). While a shot of espresso might get things buzzing, a powerful way to clear brain fog and boost cognitive…
By: Cat Ebeling, RN, MSN-PHN, co-author of the best-sellers: The Fat Burning Kitchen , The Top 101 Foods that Fight Aging & The Diabetes Fix This antioxidant is so important it is considered the “Master Antioxidant” in the body . This “master” antioxidant protects…
Plenty of people swear by music as a helpful tool for studying and working. Others find it impossible to concentrate with any background noise at all. Music does offer a lot of benefits , including: With these in mind, it might seem fairly logical…
Dementia is defined as a group of conditions characterized by impairment of at least two brain functions which are usually memory and judgment. There’s no time table on how quickly a person with dementia will experience disintegration of their brains. It is a syndrome…
I have to prepare myself mentally The latest on supplements for fitness recovery, heart health and cognitive function In an ideal wellness world, you would—no doubt—meet your every nutritional need by eating the proverbial rainbow, each color band a bottomless buffet of health-boosting whole…
In this regular Yoga Journal column, we take a close look at what’s trending in our community and what feels evidence-based, sustainable, and worth backing (for karma), and what feels like a stretch (for cash). In this installment, nootropics are put to the test….
If micro-stressors are keeping you up all night or hampering your ability to focus on work, here’s what you can try When you’re stressed , the adrenal gland releases cortisol to help you combat the emergency at hand. But too much cortisol can impact…