Tag: Brain Health

Alopecia affects millions of people around the world. Despite this, there is very little education on the matter. And although lot of us still...

Regular consumption of raspberries may prevent the loss of memory caused due to aging. In addition this, its antioxidant content may aid in lowering blood sugar levels, improving heart health, preventing cancer, and reducing the signs of aging. The low-calorie nature of raspberries make them a good diet snack.

Brussels sprouts pack in the fiber, which prevents constipation, feeds beneficial bacteria in the gut, and manages blood sugar levels. The vitamin C in Brussels sprouts boost immune function, keep skin healthy, and fight iron-deficiency anemia by improving iron absorption. Vitamin K in them keeps bones strong while their omega-3 fatty acid content prevents cognitive decline.

Consuming a cup of blueberries three times a week can lower blood pressure, promote heart health, improve brain function, and maintain bone health. In addition to this, blueberries can fight the symptoms of skin aging, diabetes, depression, and erectile dysfunction. Its low-calorie, high-nutrition nature makes it a good diet food.

Words are a powerful thing. The lessons from Buddha can inspire you to understand and tackle all of life's problems. If you are feeling stressed, low in life, or maybe lost, these quotes from Buddha can help you. It can also help those trying to overcome anger problems or just looking to connect with their spirituality.

For Ayurveda, copper is an extremely important metal. This is because, for thousands of years, India and other Asian countries would collect and store water in large...

Thyroid problems are extremely common. You need this to function well or you could be at risk of hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, goiter, thyroiditis, atrial fibrillation, and even thyroid cancer. If you notice anything abnormal, especially lumps, on your neck, get checked immediately.

While mental illnesses like depression and anxiety are well known and understood fairly well, other illnesses like schizophrenia and obsessive compulsive disorder don't receive the...

Insomnia can cause fatigue, irritability, and loss of concentration. To beat it, practice healthy sleep habits consistently. You can also try sleep restriction, light therapy, and relaxation therapy. Meanwhile, drinking chamomile tea, valerian tea, or nutmeg and milk can help. So can aromatherapy with lavender or vetiver oil and acupressure.

Dementia is a difficult illness to cope with not just for the patient but for caregivers too. Knowing how to help, accepting your limitations, altering how you communicate, using touch and even music or massages may help. Sleeping problems, dietary issues, incontinence, and hallucinations may need medical attention.

To support healthy aging, focus on eating “good” fats called omega-3 fatty acids. They can slow down cognitive decline and reduce depression by improving communication between neurotransmitters. Omega-3 fats also combat inflammation, the major process behind aging and chronic conditions. Even risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood cholesterol and triglycerides, will improve with omega-3 intake. Foods like unsalted nuts, avocado, and fatty fish are your best bet.

Our dependence on technology might lead to lowered attention span, lack of patience, avoidance of face-to-face interaction, and fear of missing out. These symptoms are in line with those of anxiety. Turn off your phone at night to avoid checking it too often. Meet people instead of texting them to hone your social skills. Don't measure your self-worth based on likes and comments. Turn off your notifications to fight the fear of missing out.

Jatamansi has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that you can count on to fight various health problems. It promotes hair growth, aids sleep, protects your liver, and lowers high blood pressure. Jatamansi improves learning and memory and eases depression and stress. It may help fight epilepsy, asthma, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and even cancer.

Many people underestimate the importance of physical activity in the well being of a child. According to studies, students who get regular physical activity perform better academically. The benefits of exercising often include better attention, memory retention, performance on standardized academic tests, problem-solving skills, enhanced reaction time, creative thinking, and much more. And this applies to college students as well.

Stress isn’t designed to beat your body down, but when you are subjected to it for days on end, chronic stress causes physical aches and pains, impairs your memory and cognitive ability, and raises your risk of obesity, heart disease, hypertension, and stroke. You may find even yourself dealing with insomnia, anxiety, migraines, or depression.