(Natural News) Social isolation, in the form of spiritual retreats, can boost mental health according to a study published in Religion, Brain & Behavior. Researchers determined that serotonin and dopamine production is greatly affected by religious and meditative retreats. Hailing from The Marcus Institute of Integrative Health at Thomas Jefferson University, the researchers assert that […]

(Natural News) Alzheimer’s disease is tricky because most medical doctors in America will tell you that it’s 70 percent genetic, but that’s wrong. You don’t have to go to medical school for 8 to 12 years to understand that toxins we consume not only affect our heart and body, but our brain as well. And yet, […]

(Natural News) It’s hard to resist the call of a good nap. Despite the stigma that surrounds napping in the workplace and school, researchers from the University of Bristol in the U.K. found that daytime napping improves brain function by helping it process unconscious information better. Countless studies have shown that seven to eight hours of sleep has […]

(Natural News) Big Pharma’s “sweetheart products,” statin medications, are a class of synthetic compounds made in laboratories that allegedly lower cholesterol levels in order to help prevent strokes and heart attacks. Many statins contain a compound from red yeast rice called monacolin K, but make no mistake, all statins contain chemicals that cause a long list […]

(Natural News) Did you know that strength training benefits more than just physical health? Many studies have shown that strength training can improve brain health, especially in older adults. Strength training is widely known for its benefits on the physical body; it can build and maintain muscle mass and strength, even in older adults. In […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the University of Georgia have found that certain carotenoids can significantly improve brain function in older adults. In their study, which appeared in the Journal of International Neurophysical Society, the team investigated whether the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin affect cognitive function and neural efficiency using verbal learning tests. Aging is a complicated process […]

(Natural News) Another study proves that exercise benefits the brain, even in small amounts. A study carried out by researchers at the University of Georgia revealed that adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who exercise, even in small amounts, can experience improvements in the symptoms of their condition. ADHD is a behavioral disorder that makes […]

(Natural News) There are various tests online which claim that they can determine what your personality type is, but most of the time, they aren’t backed by scientific data. However, according to a study by researchers from Northwestern University, people can be categorized into four unique personality types. Determining the four personality types For the study, researchers analyzed […]

(Natural News) Digital devices and other electronics are at the top of many kids’ wish lists this holiday season. If you’re considering upgrading your teenager’s cellphone or getting your preschooler their first tablet, you might want to keep in mind the early results of a groundbreaking study that confirms many parents’ fears about the effects […]

(Natural News) Maintaining brain health through the aging process is a top concern these days. Alzheimer’s disease is estimated to affect one out of every three senior citizens, and is currently the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. But there are many ways in which a person can reduce their risk of […]