(Natural News) Regular exercise is essential for good health. Too much exercise, however, can tire out the brain and cause mental fatigue associated with impulsive behavior and poor decision-making, according to new research. Published in the journal Current Biology, the findings showed that exercise overload led to the diminished activation of the lateral prefrontal cortex, an area of the brain […]

(Natural News) You’ve probably had people warn you against buying groceries on an empty stomach to avoid being tempted by junk food. According to a study published in the journal Psychonomic Bulletin & Review, making major decisions on an empty stomach can make you more impatient and more inclined to settle for smaller rewards. Hunger and compromised decision-making […]

(Natural News) Constantly worrying about your finances can cause stress. To improve your mental health, the results of a study suggests working hard to settle your debts and reduce your anxiety. The study appeared in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America, and it involved researchers from the Social Service Research […]