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3 Foods That Could Be Causing Your Bout of Brain Fog, and What RDs Recommend Eating Instead
e all know the feeling. It’s 3pm (or 3am), the edges have blurred, nothing is really registering, and it would be a challenge to tell someone your name—much less answer the question your boss just levied at you. It is not a hangover, you’re…
Mexico City sinking at “unstoppable rate” of up to 20 inches a year, study finds
( Natural News ) A recent study found that Mexico City is sinking at a rate of up to 20 inches per year . Researchers explained that this unstoppable plunge occurs because the ground on which the city rests is rapidly compacting after being…
Animal study reveals cadmium exposure and Alzheimer’s risk gene may be linked to cognitive impairment
( Natural News ) Researchers at the University of Washington found that cadmium exposure, combined with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer’s disease, might accelerate cognitive decline. The researchers arrived at this finding after exposing mice with an Alzheimer’s risk gene to cadmium. They detailed…
Matcha Vs Green Tea: What Is The Difference?
One of the most powerful drinks and a healthy beverage green tea is something which has been popularised for years now and is known for the various health benefits it comes with from keeping your heart healthy to aiding weight loss and from improving…
The science of why the sun makes us feel so happy
With the hottest day of the year so far coinciding with the last step in the Government’s lockdown roadmap, it is clear that the sun has put many of us in a cheerful mood, especially after the dark winter spent indoors. Although we are…
Here’s what you need to know about the must-have supplement for patients with Hashimoto’s low thyroid
Stock image | Photo by spukkato/iStock/Getty Images Plus, St. George News LATEST STORIES CONTRIBUTED CONTENT — Antioxidants are a buzzword in health circles that sometimes deliver empty promises. But when it comes to autoimmune Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, one antioxidant is a must-have in your protocol…
Memory-making involves extensive DNA breaking
The urgency to remember a dangerous experience requires the brain to make a series of potentially dangerous moves: Neurons and other brain cells snap open their DNA in numerous locations — more than previously realized , according to a new study — to provide…
Nutrition deficiencies can impact your mental health
Mental and physical health can be boosted with a nutrient-dense, healthy diet. Many times, low levels of essential nutrients can cause a feeling of low and can be linked to depression, irritability, and anxiety. “One must understand the signs of nutrition deficiencies. Mood disorders…
A redundant modular network supports proper brain communication
Recall a phone number or directions just recited and your brain will be actively communicating across many regions. It is thought that working memory relies on interactions between these regions, but how these brain areas interact and properly represent memory has remained a mystery….
Yet to try functional mushrooms? Catch up on the wellness world’s enduring obsession with fungi
If we were to tell you that our human anatomy shares at least 50 percent of the same DNA as another living organism, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Apes, definitely. Chimpanzees, sure. Pigs, maybe — at least in the case of…
The One Breakfast Brain Experts Want You to Eat More Often
Wake up to this brain breakfast a few times a week and your noggin will thank you. If you want to start off the day benefiting your brain health, there’s one breakfast neurologists, neurosurgeons and other brain experts recommend overnight oats with walnuts and…
Fear Memory-making Involves Extensive DNA Breakage that Leads to Neurodegeneration
Double-strand DNA breaks, which occur when the phosphate backbones of both DNA strands are hydrolyzed, are considered the most significant DNA damage and have been shown to increase the risk of cancer and other deadly diseases. So, it’s surprising enough that previous research has…
Fear Memory-making Involves Extensive DNA Breakage that Leads to Neurodegeneration
Double-strand DNA breaks, which occur when the phosphate backbones of both DNA strands are hydrolyzed, are considered the most significant DNA damage and have been shown to increase the risk of cancer and other deadly diseases. So, it’s surprising enough that previous research has…
7 new coffee trends that taste great and have impressive health benefits
Trying one of these coffee trends is an easy way to give your caffeine fix an upgrade and boost your health in the process. Plus, they have the added bonus of shaking things up when your frothy cappuccino or on-the-go Americano is becoming a…
To Make Memories, DNA Must Break
The urgency to remember a dangerous experience requires the brain to make a series of potentially dangerous moves: Neurons and other brain cells snap open their DNA in numerous locations—more than previously realized, according to a new study—to provide quick access to genetic instructions…
These Eggplant Health Benefits Prove the Produce Is Way More Than a Funny Emoji
When it comes to summer produce , you can’t go wrong with eggplant. Known for its deep purple hue and a certain euphemism via emoji, the veggie is impressively versatile. Serve it on sandwiches, toss it in salads, or add it to brownies. The…
The Best and Worst Foods for Women Over 50
There may have been a time when you ate whatever you wanted without few, if any, health consequences. You might remember that time well! But it’s true—nothing lasts forever. “After 50, metabolism slows, estrogen levels drop, and certain nutrient requirements rise,” says Hillary M….
Let’s talk turmeric: How much you should take and how it can help
Read on to learn why turmeric is the ultimate superfood. Source: Getty You may know it as the vibrant yellow spice used in Indian curry, but turmeric has been touted as the ultimate superfood in the past few years, thanks to its anti-inflammatory and…
Organic Food During Childhood Boost Brain Power, Study Finds
Parents understand that a child’s diet plays a pivotal role in their growth and development. However, they may not know that organic food could help give their children a cognitive advantage. In fact, not only is adopting an organic diet beneficial for the planet…
Brain cells snap DNA strands in numerous locations to make memories
The urgency to remember a dangerous experience requires the brain to make a series of potentially dangerous moves: Neurons and other brain cells snap open their DNA in numerous locations–more than previously realized, according to a new study–to provide quick access to genetic instructions…