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Many people don’t think about their brain health — until they or a loved one start struggling with it. Brain health covers functions such as cognitive, sensory, social-emotional, behavorial, and motor skills. Taking care of the brain can help improve overall wellbeing and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, mental illnesses, and other neurological disorders,...

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Food Journalist

Our daily habits significantly impact the health of our brains, shaping everything from memory to cognitive function. According to Dr. Uma Naidoo, a Harvard brain expert, certain common behaviors can be incredibly destructive to brain health over time. Recognizing and avoiding these habits can protect your brain and enhance mental clarity, focus, and overall well-being....

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Wellness Journalist

Many of us have witnessed the sad and scary effects of dementia on a person’s life and that of those around them. Characterized by a deterioration in memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform daily activities, it is a common concern among individuals as they age. It has a huge impact on their quality...

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

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...

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

I know all my fellow tea lovers are going to be hyped about this. According to new research in the journal Aging, people who drink tea on a regular basis have a “more efficient structural organization” of their brains than people who don’t drink tea [1]. This improved organization may help protect against cognitive decline—think...

Jenn Ryan

Jenn Ryan

Freelance Health & Wellness Writer