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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 […]
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‘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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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No matter what age, Dementia is a devastating diagnosis. That being said, early-onset Alzheimer’s and dementia is particularly gut-wrenching. As doctors began to see an increase in this diagnosis, scientists began working to figure out why. In a groundbreaking study published in JAMA Neurology, researchers have identified 15 factors that are linked to the risk […]
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Across human history, a multitude of different cultures have used teas and crushed fruits (which we now call smoothies) for therapeutic reasons, from Greek philosophers to Chinese emperors. Science has now proven the validity of ancient claims that these drinks have a positive impact on your mental health. With so many pressures that face each […]
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Stress relief seems hard to come by these days. Stress is an inescapable reality, fortunately or unfortunately. But it’s how you handle it that matters. In those moments that you let your stress get the best of you, it can become a negative long-term response that ruins friendships, relationships, jobs, and more. More than half […]
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“Stress” has become a bit of a buzzword, wouldn’t you agree? It seems that wherever you go and whoever you speak to, everybody’s got some form of stress in their lives. Our constant exposure to stress has really taken the spotlight as a modern-day health issue. As it turns out, chronic levels of stress are pretty […]
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There are over 40 neurotransmitters in the human nervous system, and dopamine (DA) is considered one of the top four significant neurotransmitters, next to acetylcholine, serotonin, and glutamate. What is dopamine, and what are its roles? DA is a well-known brain chemical (neurotransmitter); although it also acts as a compound that helps maintain homeostasis (state […]
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Migraines are no fun, and they can greatly impact our daily lives. But did you know that they could be connected to your hormones, specifically serotonin? Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions, including mood, digestion, and blood flow. In recent years, researchers have discovered a significant link […]
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In recent years, there has been growing interest in the use of natural supplements to promote brain health and cognitive function. One such supplement that has gained popularity is Ashwagandha. Derived from the root of the Withania somnifera plant, Ashwagandha has been used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for its potential health benefits. Let’s […]
