Learn about brain health and nootropics to boost brain function
For some time now, Citicoline has been known for its ability to improve memory and reduce cognitive decline. A primary ingredient in many pre-made nootropics, or brain-boosting medicines, how does it work? And how effective is it? A choline donor, citicoline works by delivering…
( Natural News ) Seventy-five percent of Americans are turning to supplements to address their health needs, according to data collected by the Council for Responsible Nutrition during their Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements for 2018. Not only that, 87 percent of the surveyed…
About Kratom Kratom, or Mitragyna speciosa, is a traditional herb that’s native to Southeast Asia. It’s one of the most famous herbs that experts recommend for a variety of ailments, thanks to its immense medicinal properties. Kratom is mostly used to treat pain. It…
It’s everywhere. Entrepreneurs, business professionals, and HR departments, completely fixated on finding the “silver bullet” for optimizing workplace productivity . . . and for good reason. The statistics on employee productivity are staggering, with the US Bureau of Labor (2016) uncovering data that suggest…
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb 19, 2020– Elicio Therapeutics , a next generation immuno-oncology company, today announced Peter DeMuth , PhD., Elicio Vice President of Research, will present “Targeting the Lymph Nodes to Enhance Mutant KRAS-Specific Vaccine Responses,” at the upcoming RAS-Targeted Drug Discovery Summit in…
As we go further into the year, you may be having trouble sticking to those New Year’s resolutions. That said, if you’re having trouble following a healthy diet, perhaps looking at the biggest food trends of the year can help you to reorganize your…
( Natural News ) The World Health Organization (WHO) defines overweight or obesity as the abnormal or excessive accumulation of fat that presents a health risk. Obesity is caused by either one of two things: genetics or an increased consumption of high-calorie foods coupled…
If you’re like many people, you down a cup or two of coffee in the morning to clear mental fogginess and give your brain a jumpstart. And science says it works. Studies show the caffeine in coffee boosts cognition and helps your memory. That…
Frozen pizza, refrigerated dough and powdered milk for coffee are among the worst offenders for trans fats, which the World health Organisation has linked to half a million deaths globally per year. Getty With reference to Kelly Clarke’s story What are trans fats and…
Garlic may just be one of the most satisfying aromas and flavors used in cuisines around the globe. But it can also boast some pretty impressive health benefits. Here are seven reasons to incorporate more of this mouthwatering veggie into your eating routine, and…
[‘Did You Know That with Alan Walter’] Ludwig van Beethoven, Charles Dickens, Charles Darwin and Steven Jobs, all geniuses in their own fields, relied on regular walking to stimulate their thinking processes when they had difficult or complicated issues to deal with. Beethoven, though…
In the never-ending quest to maximize brainpower, a growing number of seekers are entering the world of nootropics. At the very least, it’s a fun word to pronounce: “new-tropics” is correct, but call them “no-o-tropics” if you like. What exactly are nootropics? More importantly,…
Nearly a third of us regularly experience poor quality sleep, according to the latest figures. This not only affects your mood, concentration, and memory, but can have serious health consequences if it continues long-term – as thousands of people in Kent know to their…
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that is present in some natural food sources such as citrus fruits (e.g. oranges, lemons) and tomatoes. It also comes in the form of a dietary supplement as ascorbic acid. A powerful antioxidant, Vitamin C protects cells in…
On one hand neurohacking promises a happier, healthier life, on the other, there is very little proof it actually works. Vogue spoke to the experts about the new rage Consider the brain to be a piece of hardware, where therapies and technology can be…
Dolly Parton may have said it best when she sang, “The day you’re born is the day you start to die.” Bleak? Sure, but it also gets to the heart of why we need to take care of our brains while we still can….
It is a fatty substance that is found in the human body and mostly in the brain. It is produced in the body, which covers and safeguards every cell in the body. This plays a vital role in maintaining the integrity and fluidity of…
One of the most common questions we get from our visitors and subscribers is: “ What’s the best brain supplement?” We talk a lot about brain supplements on Be Brain Fit. Why? Because finding the right one can make a big difference in your…
( Natural News ) As if there weren’t enough reasons to eat leafy greens, researchers from Rush University in Chicago have added one more. A study published in the peer-reviewed journal Neurology showed that eating green leafy vegetables — such as spinach, broccoli, kale,…
A “Western diet” (or the “Western pattern diet”) is exactly what you think: Fatty, sugary, salty, and lousy with red meat and processed products — in stark contrast to diets comprised mostly of whole grains, or plants, or legumes, or natural fats. As you…