When we talk about the concept of “health,” we sometimes forget that our brains are part of the holistic wellness equation. Ancient modalities like yoga and meditation call upon the power of the organ between our ears to change our perspectives, and…
15 Foods to Nourish Your Brain
Many people think a decline in brain function is a natural part of aging. However, a well-nourished noggin is better able to aid every other system in your body. No matter your age, your brain will be sharper if you feed it…
Scientists reveal eating chocolate is good for your brain
EATING CHOCOLATE every day is good for you. That’s according to a new scientific study that suggests eating chocolate may actually improve your everyday cognitive ability. The findings come are part of a new review from the University of L’Aquila…
Study explains link between Vitamin D and brain health
A team of researchers have examined the link between vitamin D and brain function to find out why the nutrient may be the key to memory function. According to medicalnewstoday.com, the researchers published their findings in the journal, Trends in Neurosciences. The lead…
Women’s brains are four years younger than men’s on average – explaining why they stay sharper for longer
Brain scans for men and women aged 20 to 82 found female brains are 3.8 years biologically younger than men’s That is according to a study by the Washington University School of Medicine It is based on their use of…
Stressful experiences ‘can age the brain by four years’
Stressful events in life, such as the death of a child, divorce or being fired, can age the brain by at least four years, US researchers suggests. They looked at performance in memory and thinking tests of 1,300 people in…
New research reveals how frequent sex improves brain function
A new study by the universities of Coventry and Oxford has revealed that frequent sexual activity can improve brain function in older adults Researchers found that people who engaged in more regular sexual activity scored higher on tests that measured…