Learn about brain health and nootropics to boost brain function
Which brain cells are active during deep sleep – and how do they affect memory formation?
( Natural News ) There are neurons in the brain that activate during deep sleep to create memories. A new animal study showed that these brain cells might be the same as the ones responsible for investigating new objects . The experiment tracked the…
10 Ways to boost brain cell growth, even after your teenage years
( Natural News ) The brain starts developing at conception and continues to grow until a person turns 21 years old – or so it was long believed. But brain growth doesn’t stop at that age. You can create new brain cells as you…
Passion Flower for Anxiety, Sleep + Benefits & Side Effects
Native Americans have another pearl in their ancient herbal pharmacy – passion flower. This plant has stunning flowers, delicious fruits, and calming effect, but clinical research has yet to cast more light on it. Read on to discover the benefits, dangers, and interesting facts…
12 Ways To Naturally Increase Endorphins + New Research
The term endorphins was created by combining the two words: endo genous m orphin e. These compounds trigger a natural high in our brains which encourages us to repeat the experience that produced it. Addictive drugs like heroin hijack this process to create dependency,…
GABA Benefits & Link to Sleep, Anxiety & Mood
Some theories suggest that GABA is the mind’s natural calming signal. It’s said to be the neurotransmitter that might relieve anxiety, help people get good sleep, relax, and wind down. By reducing overactivity in the brain, GABA might affect empathy, emotional intelligence, attention, and…
Aparajitha: The Memory Booster
Text & photographs by Dr. Mahadeswara Swamy, Scientist Among the innumerable plants used in native system of medicines ‘Aparajita’ stands out as a curative herb to improve memory. In Ayurveda, it is grouped under ‘Medhya’ category forming part of “Shirovirechanopaga” group of herbs associated…
Use Your Imagination
Visualization can not only improve your life, but it can save your life. It can even enhance your performance without ever physically doing anything. What if I told you that you could improve your shooting skills simply by imagining yourself shooting with a kind…
Sunday sadness is real. Here’s how to battle the pre-workweek blues
Originally Published: 27 OCT 19 11:24 ET (CNN) — Many of us begin to groan and moan as our precious weekend comes to an end. It’s not just the interruption of fun with friends and family that triggers the Sunday blues, or what some…
Best supplements for sleep: Two supplements proven to help with a good night’s rest
The most visible consequence of lack of sleep are errors in judgement contributing to disastrous events. Less visible consequences of sleep conditionsincluding mortality, morbidity, performance, accidents and injuries. Getting the recommended amount of sleepis incredibly important for one’s health Best supplements for weight loss:…
Move over marijuana, these six plants contain cannabinoids, too
If you thought cannabinoids were exclusive to the cannabis plant, think again! While the spotlight has always been on a couple of the major cannabinoids, namely THC and CBD, there are many others that exist. For starters, the term cannabinoid refers to every chemical…
10 Scientifically-Proven Ways to Boost Your Energy
We are facing yet another epidemic in the modern world: exhaustion. People complain of being tired for no reason in particular and don’t know how to remedy the situation. It’s no surprise that so many people feel this way with how much weight most…
Are Eggs Good or Bad? Everything You Need To Know About Eggs and Nutrition Unscrambled
— Eggs have long gotten a bad rap as a cholesterol-raising, artery-clogging food that offer little beneficial nutrition. But they’ve also been praised as one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet. So, which is it? Are eggs really all that bad for…
A prebiotic-rich diet can improve cognitive function, delay decline
( Natural News ) According to the World Health Organization , around 50 million people worldwide are affected by dementia. In the United States alone, for example, 5.8 million people are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease. However, while only a small percentage of people…
Your Body Will Thank You for All the Running You Do
Black Stars Whether you like running or nor, you are probably aware that it’s beneficial to your body. In fact, if you run on a regular basis, even it were a 30-minute long jog through the park, you are helping your immune system, building…
Myth busting: Dementia is not a natural part of the aging process
If we can delay the onset of dementia by five years, we can reduce its prevalence by about one third Nearly 600,000 Canadians are living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia and this number is growing. It’s important to challenge the belief that…
Is your exam care package brain food?
Brain food. Picture from Twitter. It’s exam time: The dreaded half of the semester for all matriculants and university students. It’s the time of year when all that matters are results, results and more results, and the several stages of revision (when you’re not…
How To Supercharge Your Brain
The ability to build new neural connections and rewire existing ones is known as neuroplasticity. The old thinking? You can accomplish this only when you’re young (we’re talking teen years, people). The reality: It’s possible at any stage and age, if you know what…
Supplements to Help You Sleep During Menopause
Source: Deposit Photos Today we will be discussing some of the vitamins most often recommended for women in menopause. It’s important to consult with your physician before adding a new vitamin to your regimen. Also, some research shows vitamins, when taken as a multivitamin…
How To Make The Best Of Your Workspace
I’ve often thought that I can work from anywhere in the world. Although this is true and I have the privilege to be location-free because I mostly work remotely with my clients, I’ve realized how important it is to be in the right environment…