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Hunger Games: How Gut Hormones Hijack the Brain’s Decision Desk
Scientists have discovered that a hunger hormone in the gut directly influences the brain’s hippocampus, affecting decision-making related to food. The study, conducted on mice, showed that hunger hormones modify brain activity to either inhibit or permit eating based on the animal’s hunger level….
Decoding anxiety: Study reveals brain’s role in behavioral inhibition risks
In a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , a team of researchers in the United States used non-human primate anxious temperament models to investigate the molecular mechanisms and neural systems underlying behavioral inhibition in humans, which is…
Exercise can improve brain function even after poor sleep: study
(Photo by Miriam Alonso via Pexels) By Isobel Williams via SWNS Just 20 minutes of exercise can help boost brain function after a poor night’s sleep, according to a new study. Scientists found that mental performance improves during moderately intensive exercise, regardless of a…
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…
How smartphone addiction affects brain function and mental health
ISRAELI NEWS LIVE: Steven Ben-Nun interviewed by Mike Adams on Zionism, Palestine and Israel’s escalation Advertisement Smartphone addiction has now become a global issue, thanks to the popularity of social media platforms and mobile games. While smartphones can make life easier in many ways,…
New Studies of Brain Activity Explain Benefits of Electroconvulsive Therapy
Why this controversial treatment works is a century-old mystery; scientists from UC San Diego may have solved it EEG headsets like the one shown here help measure electrical activity in the brain. Patients who receive electroconvulsive therapy experience slowing in brain activity after treatment….
A small molecule blocks aversive memory formation, providing a potential treatment target for depression
The YM022-treated mice (diagram A, second from right) spent significantly more time in the social interaction zone (framed with a green line) than the control group when the aggressive mouse was placed in the acrylic cage. The findings indicate that the treated mice exhibited…
Learn How to Be Happy Alone With These 16 Expert Tips
Video player poster image Whether you lead a solitary life or are simply feeling lonely, figuring out how to be happy alone goes a long way toward bolstering mental health. Even though everyone gets lonely sometimes, learning how to appreciate some me-time can take…
New study reveals potential link between oral contraceptives and riskier behaviors in women
Advertisement A new study has revealed a potential link between oral contraceptive (OC) use and alterations in the brain structure of women that may influence emotions, anxiety, fear, decision-making and impulse control. The study, published in the journal Frontiers in Endocrinology , examined 139…
Feeling Lonely? Experts Share 16 Tips on How to Be Happy Alone
16 Expert Tips on How to Be Happy Alonekate_sept2004 – Getty Images [table-of-contents] stripped Whether you lead a solitary life or are simply feeling lonely, figuring out how to be happy alone goes a long way toward bolstering mental health. Even though everyone gets…
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: RUNNING boosts mental health and helps treat depression
Advertisement For those experiencing anxiety and depression, lacing up their running shoes proves to be a better choice instead of taking drugs, according to a study. The May 15 study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders found that running as therapy for anxiety…
Personalized Deep Brain Stimulation Device May Offer Relief for Severe OCD
Some cases of OCD are notoriously difficult to treat. Responsive deep brain stimulation may help. Making sure a stovetop isn’t left on or readjusting an askew picture frame is often a natural response when something feels off. Yet, for over two million Americans living…
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 finds INSUFFICIENT SLEEP negatively impacts cardiovascular health
Having a poor night’s sleep can not only affect your mood the next day, it can also negatively impact your cardiovascular system . This was the finding of a study published in Scientific Reports. “Sleep restriction is associated with increased cardiovascular risk,” the study…
What happens if neurotechnology learns to read our minds?
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Advancements in neurotechnology could be at a turning point, but the new technology threatens to breach even the privacy of our brains. Looking at a recent case on this issue in the Supreme Court in Chile, Sydney Law School research…
AI helps neurosurgeons identify brain tumor types on the spot
What type of brain tumor does this patient have? AI technology helps to determine this as early as during surgery, within 1.5 hours. This process normally takes a week. The new technology allows neurosurgeons to adjust their surgical strategies on the spot. Today, researchers…
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…
Outsmarting Brain Scams: Your 4-Step Plan
Sebastian Voortman/Pexels Open Google, your favorite social media platform, or any tabloid magazine, and you’re certain to hear about the latest hacks to feel amazing for the rest of your life. Whether it’s a supplement, superfood, novel device, app, or even a pharmaceutical, we’re…