(Natural News) Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) has a high possibility of progressing to dementia, which reduces the quality of life of affected individuals and makes it difficult for them to live independently. Fortunately, this condition can be prevented with proper treatment. Studies have shown that the cognitive function of people with MCI can still be improved […]

(Natural News) Scientific literature regarding the effects of marijuana currently has been expanding. This has resulted in a plethora of studies, mainly how marijuana can affect the brain. While earlier studies have shown that it can help with treatment of brain-related disorders such as epilepsy, more recent tests not indicate that marijuana lowers blood circulation […]

(Natural News) People suffering from migraines could benefit a lot from lavender, a study published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine suggests. The study, a multi-university effort from Iranian researchers, looked at the effects of lavender essential oil when used in migraine prophylactics. In the three-month study, the researchers enrolled migraine sufferers in a randomized controlled clinical […]

(Natural News) Glioblastoma (also called glioblastoma multiforme or GBM) is an aggressive form of cancer that affects a person’s brain or spinal cord. It’s also one of the most debilitating forms of the disease: People with GBM usually succumb to it in as little as 15 months after diagnosis. A study published in The American Journal of Chinese […]

(Natural News) A recent study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine revealed that sea bilberry (Vaccinium bracteatum) exhibited antioxidant and antidepressant properties. The research, led by the Jeonnam Institute of Natural Resources Research in South Korea, investigated not only the ability of sea bilberry to prevent oxidative damage, but also the mechanism behind its antidepressant properties. The team used a two-pronged […]

(Natural News) Geoengineering, also known as climate engineering, is a controversial subject. Though many people dismiss it as nothing more than a conspiracy theory, there are many others who vehemently insist that governmental and other organizations are actively involved in attempts to manipulate the weather. Most of these experiments, they say, are directed at reversing […]

(Natural News) Eating walnuts is a great way to protect yourself from diseases. In particular, it may help fight inflammation and prevent brain decline, according to a new study published in the journal Nutrition Research. Researchers at Tufts University hypothesized that whole walnut extract inhibits lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced microglial activation by regulating calmodulin expression through calcium […]

(Natural News) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) limits the amount of oxygen that reaches important parts of the body. Patients with this condition are, thus, very prone to developing neurodegenerative diseases. But a Canadian-led research team advised that giving these patients extra doses of oxygen could help prevent the onset of dementia. For their experiment, researchers from the University of […]

(Natural News) Omega-3 fatty acids have been getting good press for years: They’re good for your brain, they fight depression and anxiety, and they can even help reduce inflammation. Now, research shows that getting ample amounts of these vital nutrients promote substantial improvements in heart health. While the American Heart Association may have changed its […]

(Natural News) Omega-3 fatty acids are believed to play a role in many different fundamental brain processes. These essential fatty acids have been associated with proper brain development and functioning of the central nervous system. In a recent study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness, a team of researchers from the University […]