(Natural News) Excessive accumulation of body fat has been associated with many adverse health effects like increased heart disease risk and Type 2 diabetes. Recent evidence suggests that it can also affect brain health. A study published in the journal Radiology found that higher levels of body fat can lead to lower brain volume or brain shrinkage. These findings add new […]

(Natural News) When in stressful situations, it often feels like the world is conspiring against you. You might find yourself forgetting important things or you might not be able to make simple decisions. It turns out that there’s a scientific explanation for what was happening to you: Studies have shown that chronic stress can physically shrink your brain. Stress triggers […]

(Natural News) We’ve all heard about the myriad of health concerns surrounding sugar and high blood sugar levels. Maybe you’ve even heard that blood sugar can affect your brain.  And it seems that the perils of high blood glucose truly do have a negative effect on the brain. New research has found that there is […]

(Natural News) The brain has been called the body’s “command center,” so it’s only natural that ensuring optimal health also means keeping this vital organ in top shape. Making these four nutrients a part of your daily intake is a significant step towards keeping the brain healthy. Vitamins B6, B9, and B12 Your brain can lose […]

(Natural News) Many people eat foods rich in sugar while they are studying to stay awake. However, recent studies have shown that too much sugar is actually bad for brain health. A group of German researchers published a paper in the journal Neurology that established a direct relationship between elevated sugar levels and reduced brain size. […]