Mental Health

 · 3 min read

Jim Carrey’s Message For Anyone Suffering Through Depression

It only takes a few minutes of watching him in his element that you realize Jim Carrey is a special kind of talent. The kind of person that can have us slapping our knees with laughter, but can also bring us to the point of tears. But behind the image we see on our screens, […]

Jade Small

Jade Small

Freelance Writer

 · 3 min read

You Can Spot Any Psychopath by Looking for These 8 Warnings

When you hear the word psychopath, chances are you’re thinking about knife-wielding men with a crazed look in their eyes at all times. This is the usual portrayal we’re shown by popular culture, so it makes sense that this is people’s definition of the word. But it’s not that simple. In fact, you could be […]

Jade Small

Jade Small

Freelance Writer

 · 5 min read

Harvard nutritionist shares No. 1 vitamin for brain health

Nutrition affects our mental health as much as it affects our physical health. This is no surprise; we’ve all experienced feeling energized after a healthy meal and groggy after an unhealthy one. However, food’s impact on brain health goes beyond energy levels. It can also affect mood, emotions, cognition, and even psychiatric disorders like depression. […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 4 min read

The Cause of Alzheimer’s Could Be Coming From Inside Your Mouth, Study Claims

Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative neurological condition that is known for its debilitating symptoms, such as memory loss, confusion, and loss of identity. The two hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease are the formation of plaques (beta-amyloid) and tangles (tau proteins)in the brain. Over time, these build up to a point where symptoms begin to develop and, eventually, cause […]

The Hearty Soul

The Hearty Soul

Health Network

 · 6 min read

6 Ways to Stimulate Your Vagus Nerve That May Help Manage Depression, Inflammation, and More

The vagus nerve is something that is becoming more appreciated all the time as scientists continue to research it. This nerve could be an answer to reducing chronic inflammation in the body. While some research has focused on stimulating it through implants, there are actually less invasive and more natural ways to stimulate the vagus nerve.   […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 5 min read

Neuroscientists have identified how exactly a deep breath changes your mind

Yogis have been preaching about deep breaths for years, and this recent study finally backs them up. However, most people are already aware of the positive effects of taking a deep breath when they feel angry, scared, or frustrated. Breathing helps center and calm a person, and brings the situation into perspective. This new research […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 4 min read

Something startling is going on with antidepressant use around the world

Antidepressants are prescription medicines for depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and other mental health conditions. There are different kinds of antidepressants, although the most common are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Generally, antidepressants can effectively treat mental health conditions by affecting neurotransmitters involved with serotonin and norepinephrine to better regulate mood and behavior. Of course, each […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 4 min read

Panic attacks and anxiety are linked to certain vitamin and mineral deficiencies

Panic and anxiety are normal emotions that we all experience occasionally. When anxiety becomes chronic, and panic turns into full-blown panic attacks, this becomes a major health problem. It’s well-known that vitamin and mineral deficiencies can lead to various health problems, but did you know that they can also be linked to anxiety and panic […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 4 min read

Why Do We Talk To Ourselves?

Self-talk is an internal dialogue within our minds, combining conscious thoughts, unconscious beliefs, and biases. Many of us are familiar with this inner voice that provides a running monologue on our lives throughout the day. It serves as a way for our brains to interpret and process daily experiences. Many people wonder why they do […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team