Mental Health

 · 6 min read

Lion’s Mane: The Mushroom You Should be Taking To Support Nerve Regeneration and Cognitive Performance

Lion’s Mane mushrooms are not exactly what you picture when you think about mushrooms. It’s big, white, and very shaggy-looking, hence the name. It has sometimes been called the hedgehog mushroom if you still have trouble imagining it. Its appearance isn’t the only thing unique about it, however. Lion’s Mane mushrooms are having a moment […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 5 min read

7 Science-Backed Lifestyle Tweaks to Improve Your Memory That Actually Work

In today’s fast-paced world, our memory and cognitive health are more important than ever. As we age, it’s natural for our brain to undergo changes that can affect our memory and focus. Additionally, the prevalence of brain disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, continues to rise. However, the good news is that maintaining a […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 3 min read

5 Symptoms of Lewy Body Dementia

Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a significant but often overlooked form of dementia that impacts approximately 1.4 million Americans. Despite its prevalence, it lacks the widespread recognition attributed to Alzheimer’s disease. LBD manifests through the accumulation of abnormal protein deposits, termed Lewy bodies, within brain cells responsible for behavior, thinking, and movement. This condition presents […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

 · 3 min read

If You Do This While Cooking, It May Be An Early Sign Of Dementia

Dementia, often associated with the slow but sure decline of cognitive function, is usually seen through memory issues and behavioral changes. While there is currently no cure for dementia, getting an early diagnosis can help create effective strategies and support systems. That said, recognizing early symptoms is crucial for both intervention and being able to […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

 · 2 min read

7 Signs of Low Self-Confidence and How to Fix It

Self-confidence is one of those fundamental elements that shape our lives, impact our decisions and interactions, and affect our overall well-being. It’s the benchmark of personal growth and enables us to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and optimism…or not. Low self-confidence can undermine our potential and lead us to self-doubt, indecisiveness, and missed opportunities. Understanding […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

 · 4 min read

2 Drugs Identified That Could Halt The Progression Of ALL Neurodegenerative Diseases

This article was originally published in June 2017 and has since been updated. Neurodegenerative diseases affect millions of people each year in the US alone. 5.3 million people are diagnosed every year with Alzheimer’s, which is just one of the long list of diseases that cause neurodegeneration. (1) Research is constantly being done to better understand […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 5 min read

8 Dead Simple, Science-Backed Ways To Improve Memory and Rid Brain Fog

Written By: Dr. Serena Goldstein, ND This article was originally published on August 11, 2017 Are you always looking for those supposed misplaced items (you swore they were there a second ago)? Or forget why you entered a room? Spaced out on marking down an important meeting or due date for an assignment? These are […]

The Hearty Soul

The Hearty Soul

Health Network

 · 5 min read

I Have an Anxiety Disorder, and I’m Begging You: Please Stop Telling Me to Relax

‘Stop telling me to relax!’ Mental illness has come to the forefront of discussion in recent years, but many misconceptions still thrive. Historically speaking, people with severe mental disorders were labeled as ‘insane’ and were often isolated. They were believed to have been possessed by evil spirits. The idea that mental illnesses could have the […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 8 min read

10 Harsh Truths About Losing Weight That No One Will Ever Tell You

Since as long as anyone can remember, weight loss has been the number one topic in news, magazines, on TV, and now the internet and social media. This is especially so for women, who are constantly bombarded with messages telling them that they need to be thin and beautiful in order to be valued by […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 9 min read

When Manipulation Erases Your Reality: How to Survive Gaslighting

We’ve all probably been in that “light-hearted” situation where we caught someone doing something unpleasant, and they try to convince us that it’s all in our heads. As a kid, you may have caught your older sibling sneaking in at night, and they vehemently tell you that it was the wind moving the window, that […]

Penelope Wilson

Penelope Wilson

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 5 min read

7 Soothing Yin Yoga Poses to Calm Anxiety

Wind down with this intensely soothing yin yoga routine. When you’re stressed to the max, it’s time to drop down to your mat and engage in some seriously calming yin poses. Yin is a type of yoga that targets the deep muscle tissues of the body called fascia where trigger points (or knots) can form […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team