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LOCKDOWNS KILL: Study reveals social isolation can increase inflammation in the body
According to a study, spending too much time on your own can increase inflammation in the body . Details of the study were published in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity. The research team warned that being excessively solitary may impact both your mental…
5 Ways Mindfulness Rewires Your Brain and Improves Your Life
David Gyung/Shutterstock Life is busy. Parenting , work, hobbies, friends, problems, and pressure fill each day with more items on our to-do list than we can accomplish. Who has time for mindfulness meditation ? But as these pressures erode sleep, increase anxiety , turn…
Does the Brain Slow Down Our Aging Process?
Key points Inflammation plays a critical role in aging and age-related diseases. The immune system has mechanisms for resolving inflammation that are impaired in elderly individuals. The brain is capable of sending an antiinflammatory signal to inflamed tissues and disrupted with aging. It has…
7 Smart Strategies to Boost Your Brain Health in the New Year, According to a Cognitive Neuroscientist
Write these down. Hiroshi Watanabe/Getty Images Looking for actionable ways to stay sharp, maximize your natural brain power, improve mental health, and prevent cognitive decline? Of course you are. The good habits and healthy mindsets we adopt right now really can help protect and…
Study: Citrus fruits can help you maintain healthy cognitive function as you age
Advertisement Organic fruits are rich sources of essential vitamins and minerals and beneficial plant compounds. They are also loaded with dietary fiber, which you need to maintain a healthy heart and digestive system, as well as healthy blood sugar levels. Because they’re packed with…
Can wasabi help your memory? A new study has linked the sushi condiment to a better brain
Nigiri is topped with pickled wasabi, which has long been known as an antioxidant. Most recently it’s been linked with improved memory. Sushi lovers, listen up. New research has found that wasabi is much more than a condiment with a kick. It’s active ingredient,…
5 things we learned about boosting your brain health this week
(Getty Images) (Jolygon via Getty Images) When we think about leveling up our health, we probably think about hitting the gym or drinking plenty of kale smoothies — but that’s not the only thing we should be focused on. Our brain function is a…
Brain inflammation may drive mood changes in Alzheimer’s
Illustration of microglial cells (in pink) interacting with neurons (in blue) Extreme mood changes associated with Alzheimer’s disease may be partially driven by brain inflammation , new research suggests. Historically, the prevailing theory for what causes Alzheimer’s disease was that a gradual buildup of…
Cocoa Could Boost Brains of Older Adults With Poor Diets
As we get older, we have to work harder to protect our brain and cognitive function. Some of us play the crossword or learn new skills, but new research is beginning to show that our diet might also play an important role. Several studies…
Health Ranger Report: Dr. Elizabeth Lee Vliet warns about the dangers of 5G and EMF radiation
Advertisement Dr. Elizabeth Lee Vliet sat down with the Health Ranger Mike Adams during a recent interview on the “Health Ranger Report” to talk about the dangers of 5G and electromagnetic field (EMF) radiation . According to Vliet, radiation therapy uses ionizing radiation. In…
DOUBLE TROUBLE: Studies show elevated stroke risk in patients who received flu and COVID-19 vaccines together
Advertisement The Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine and the flu vaccine each come with their own set of potential side effects, but when these two risky jabs are administered together, the risks may be even higher. A growing body of evidence is now pointing to…
Study finds LAUGHTER THERAPY offers benefits for people with coronary artery disease
Advertisement Laughter has many proven benefits, especially for your lungs, heart, immune system and mental health. According to a new study by researchers in Brazil, laughter provides substantial benefits to people with heart disease as it could significantly boost their cardiovascular function . The…
11 foods for improved brain function and health
timolina, AdobeStock Baked salmon garnished with asparagus and tomatoes with herbs. Fish and vegetables are among foods that promote brain health. Our happy hormone serotonin, is overwhelmingly produced — 95% — in our gastrointestinal tracts, according to Simply Neuroscience . Since digestion happens at…
Study: Compounds in seaweeds show promise in cancer research
Advertisement Seaweeds can be used as food and treatment for common ailments. They are used to treat boils, dropsy or edema (swelling caused by fluids trapped in the body), fever, hemorrhoids, lumps, orchitis (inflammation of one or both testicles), scrofula (an infection in the…
MICROPLASTIC INVASION: Researchers find microplastics in human heart tissue
Mike Adams – Israel & Hamas: What the HECK is Wrong With Our People? Advertisement Microplastic pollution is a growing issue globally because of its negative effects on the environment, especially marine animals. These tiny plastic fragments persist in nature and have been shown…
Neuralink implant RUPTURED the brain of a female monkey, autopsy finds… what will happen when they are implanted into humans?
Advertisement An autopsy report has confirmed that a Neuralink implant ruptured the brain of a female macaque during an experiment, forcing scientists to end its suffering. According to an Oct. 4 report by Wired magazine , the implant “deformed and ruptured” the brain of…
18 Ways to Improve Your Mood & Reset Your Headspace in 5 Minutes or Less
When you’re feeling tired, annoyed, or downright sad for no reason—at least a reason that makes sense—it can be difficult to move past it. While therapy can help long-term, I’ve always wondered if there are quick things to do in the moment to shift…
These Are All the Vitamins for Brain Health You Need in Your Diet
These Are All the Vitamins for Brain Health You Need in Your Diet “Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links.” [table-of-contents] stripped When it comes to keeping your brain healthy as you age, your diet plays…
Memory Block: How Saturated Fats May Hinder Memory Formation in the Aging Brain
A new study suggests that a high-fat diet may impair memory by causing inflammatory effects and issues in cell-signaling management in the brain cells, especially as people age, but the omega-3 fatty acid DHA may help mitigate these effects. The research, focusing on microglia…
Unhealthy pathobiome in the brain could cause some forms of Alzheimer’s and related dementias
The human microbiome includes the genetic material of more than 100 trillion tiny microorganisms – fungi, yeast, bacteria, and even viruses, most of which hang out in our gastrointestinal tract to serve as guardians of our health. But when a healthy microbiome gives way…