(Natural News) When depression strikes the elderly, it doesn’t always get the attention that it does in younger people. After all, it’s widely considered normal to feel negative emotions as people get older and deal with issues like failing health and the end of their lives inching closer. When depression in seniors is taken seriously, […]

(Natural News) Researchers out of Europe have unearthed more evidence to show that gut health is inextricably linked to mental health. Jeroen Raes, a professor at the University of Leuven in Belgium, found that many people with depression are also deficient in both Coprococcus and Dialister, two varieties of beneficial bacteria that live inside the […]

(Natural News) With rates of depression seemingly on the rise all around the world, science has been searching for answers beyond just prescribing people more pharmaceutical-based “mood enhancers.” And the one thing that honest seekers of truth keep coming back to as a solution is proper diet, which researchers from The University of Manchester in […]

(Natural News) Insomnia is a sleep disorder that is associated with the inability to fall asleep or remain asleep. According to a recent study, there could be as many as five types of insomnia, all of which could be addressed using more effective personalized treatments. The study was published in the journal The Lancet Psychiatry and conducted by […]

(Natural News) When your doctor prescribes you a medication, are they doing so because it’s something that is going to improve your health significantly, or is their motivation purely financial? It’s a question a lot of people ask themselves when their doctor is pushing a treatment on them, especially when they don’t feel particularly sick […]

(Natural News) When some people are sad, they eat chocolates or potato chips to cheer themselves up. But according to various studies, you should snack on healthier foods the next time you’re feeling glum because sugar, fast food, and processed food have all been linked to conditions such as addictive behavior, anxiety, and depression. In short, the […]

(Natural News) One in every 10 Americans say they suffer from depression, at least occasionally. The World Health Organization predicts depression will be the second leading cause of disability and premature death starting next year. With so many Americans eating GMOs daily, it’s no wonder. These pesticide-laden foods affect cognition, neural impulses, hormones, and massive […]

(Natural News) Social media was initially touted as a convenient way of getting in touch with family and friends, both old and new. However, a study suggests that social media use is associated with loneliness and increased risk of various health problems. The study, which was published in the American Journal of Health Promotion, was conducted […]

(Natural News) Depression is often linked to a deficiency in serotonin, an important neurotransmitter in the brain. Combining a serotonin diet with certain healthy foods like turmeric can naturally restore normal levels of this vital brain chemical. A meal rich in natural carbohydrates raises serotonin levels in the brain While some foods are rich in serotonin or its precursor […]

(Natural News) Research has already determined a connection between chronic stress and poor physical health. But according to a study, there is a direct link “between negative emotions and increased inflammation in the body.” The study was conducted by researchers from Pennsylvania State University (PSU) and published in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity. Inflammation occurs when the body tries […]