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You may solve a problem better if you “sleep on it”
You may solve a problem better if you sleep on it In a new study, researchers found people actually might solve a problem better if they “sleep on it.” In fact, the researchers were able to improve problem-solving upon waking by manipulating a critical…
Swisse Wellness Launches Two New Product Ranges to Support Beauty, Focus, and Immunity
SAN DIEGO: Swisse Wellness, a global premium wellness brand today announces the launch of two new product lines in the U.S., including the Jelly range and Australian clay masks. Formulated using premium quality botanicals, antioxidants, vitamins and naturally sourced ingredients, Swisse is thrilled to…
Facing a problem? Sleep on it
People may actually solve a problem better if they ‘sleep on it’, according to a study which suggests that brain processing during sleep is helpful to daytime cognition. The study, published in the journal Psychological Science, sheds light on information processing during sleep, as…
Take a break, solve a problem snooze-style: Sleeping helps organise thoughts
Problem solving may benefit from sleep due to rehearsal and consolidation of problem memory. WASHINGTON: People may actually solve a problem better if they ‘sleep on it’, according to a study which suggests that brain processing during sleep is helpful to daytime cognition. The…
Did you know that losing only 16 minutes of sleep every night can significantly lower your productivity?
( Natural News ) Are you getting enough sleep every night? If not, it’s high time that you prioritize getting more hours catching those Z’s. American researchers found that losing even 16 minutes of sleep can have negative effects on a person’s daily activities…
New Silverado Memory Care Community Now Serving Orange County
New Silverado Memory Care Community Now Serving Orange County BREA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct 16, 2019– Silverado has opened a new memory care community in Orange County designed specifically to maximize quality of life for as many as 70 people with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and other…
What Kids Learn from Horses
When people think of teachers they rarely think of horses when, in fact, horses are first-rate educators who can teach young children and teens a variety of useful skills that promote lifelong learning, success, and fulfillment. In 2017, a study conducted by the Tokyo…
The 15 Best Health Podcasts
Share on Pinterest Podcasts accompany people during long commutes, workouts at the gym, and downtime in the bathtub, among other places. If you’re wondering if that’s a good thing, it may help you to know that podcasts interact with your brain in the same…
What your pupils can reveal about your genetic risk for Alzheimer’s
My husband has always been extremely worried about the possibility of ending up with Alzheimer’s. And, who could blame him? As a teenager, he watched as the disease slowly stole his grandfather’s memories until the man he had always looked up to could no…
Introduce Seaweed Into Your Diet For Optimal Health
Introduce seaweed into your diet for optimal health for two very good reasons. Eating more seaweed, a sea vegetable, is a quick way to supercharge your health on so many levels. Better yet, if you introduce seaweed to your diet you might even be…
Body, Mind, & Spirit: The Role of Kinesiology, Epigenetics, and Law of Attraction for Your Health
The body, mind and spirit may appear to be separate but they are tightly connected and actually rely on one another heavily. You only need to look at the power that stress has on your mental health and physical body to see how strong…
Performance beverage-makers tailor offerings to everyday consumers
Beverage brands continue to blur the lines between categories which has fostered hybridization and cross-category experimentation, Glanbia’s Max Maxwell says. (Image courtesy of Liv Tru) Between working, exercising, cooking healthy meals and maintaining a social life, consumers have a lot on their plates when…
Don’t calm down! Exam stress may not be fun but it can help you get better marks
Two-thirds of young people experience levels of exam stress that mental health organisation ReachOut describes as “worrying”. Research shows high levels of exam stress can interfere with attention and reduce working memory , leading to lower performance. Early experiences of anxiety and stress can…
10 Proven Health Benefits of Sweet Potato
Whether you bake them to eat whole or make them into a pie, sweet potatoes offer a host of health benefits. These tasty tubers help everything from your belly to your heart. While many associate the health benefits of sweet potato to those of…
Food combos that boost your nutrition at every meal
There’s a strong argument for getting your basic nutrition from whole foods rather than taking a fistful of supplements each day. One reason for this is because whole foods contain blends of vitamins and minerals that enhance their potency. Single nutrient supplements like vitamin…
Getting back to nature for better mental health
A walk in the park could do wonders to your mental health. Photo: CNSA Many people in Hong Kong are feeling depressed. According to a study published in July by the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine at the University of Hong Kong, 9.1…
Working out in the morning helps improve cognitive function throughout the day, say researchers
( Natural News ) A recent study from Australia found that morning workouts can greatly improve working memory in older adults. In the paper, which was published in The British Journal of Sports Medicine , the researchers discussed whether moderate-intensity exercises can improve cognition…
How to … keep your mind sharp
While mild memory loss may be a natural part of ageing, there are simple changes we can make to improve our brain function, according to MoneyTalksNews . Here are 13 ways you can take control of your memory and keep your mind sharp. Meditate…
7 Natural Supplements & Herbs to Lower Inflammation
7 Natural Ways to Lower Inflammation There are many natural ways to lower inflammation and pain in the body. Some of these work in similar ways to the drug prednisone, but shouldn’t be used as an alternative if your doctor prescribes prednisone. This list…
Post Meal ‘Food Coma’ Mat Be Linked To Formation Of Long-Term Memories
Food coma helps build memory power After a large, hearty meal, it’s natural to feel sluggish. Most of us tend to stop active work and rest for some time, right after a calorie-rich, heavy meal. This phenomenon is often referred to as ‘food coma’…