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From our earliest years, we are all taught the importance of taking care of our bodies. However, very little attention is paid to our brain health as an area of focus.
As our lifespans continue to increase, our cognitive wellness becomes an even more important issue. In our later years especially, our brain health will become a critical factor in our quality of life. So with that in mind, what determines how to keep your brain healthy?
What is your go-to method for stress relief? Do you take a walk? Listen to music? Do you binge-watch Netflix? Everyone experiences stress and has their own way of dealing with it.
What might be a minor issue for some can be completely overwhelming for others. While there is no one-size-fits-all response, some ways to relieve stress can be unhealthy and even harmful. If any of these behaviors describe you, perhaps it’s time to consider some new stress-relief strategies:
If you’ve been following health trends lately, you’ve no doubt heard people extol the wonder-working powers of turmeric in recent years. Well, in fact turmeric is an amazing spice in terms of what it can do for your body. It is not only a highly potent anti-inflammatory (as strong as pharmaceuticals according to some studies); it can also have major benefits for your brain. One of the main ingredients in turmeric (curcumin) may help increase blood flow to the brain and help protect against cognitive changes due to aging.
For some people, this is the time of year to wind down and get a vacation. But for others--namely students--the holidays mean something else entirely: crunch time. The finals season is here, and if you’re like most people, you’re trying to figure out how you’re going to get through it. At Procera, we want to help you not only survive finals, but to maintain your health and energy in the process.
If you’ve ever been to the doctor to get to the bottom of a fatigue issue, you know how frustrating the process can be. In fact, if you’ve complained of feeling constantly run down, then the likelihood is you probably didn’t get a straight answer.
There’s a good reason for this. Fatigue is such a general symptom that it can be very difficult and sometimes impossible to place. However, enduring, unexplainable fatigue coupled with difficulty sleeping, brain fog, memory issues, and poor digestion can point to a specific problem--one that remains officially off the books...
In a world of health fads and crazes, it’s easy to feel like science is changing every day. Some things that were healthy to our parents’ generation might now be considered dangerous and ill-advised. But in reality, most building blocks of good health never really change. It may not be revolutionary or sensational, but one of the best things you can do for yourself is take a multivitamin. Multivitamins provide a basic foundation of minerals and nutrients, and taking them can have a number of positive health benefits.
If stress has been a major issue lately, you may want to take a quick look around you. According to Dr. Sherry Bourg Carter of Psychology Today, one of the most overlooked stressors could be hiding in plain sight: clutter. That’s right, too much 'stuff' in your home or workspace could be contributing directly to your frazzled state of mind.
The end of last week, January 12th, marked a very important, yet under-reported moment in our calendar year. That was the day, statistically, when most people gave up on their New Year's Resolutions. According to Strava, a social media network for athletes, a survey of 31.5 million participants revealed that Saturday was the day most Americans bailed on many of their health and fitness goals.
We’re all keenly aware of the physical changes in our bodies as time passes. It’s obvious from the outside that we’re always in the process of growing and aging. What’s not so apparent, though, is that our brain is doing the exact same thing! You may not realize it, but your brain is constantly in a state of flux, and it goes through distinct phases as you get older. Here is a look at how your brain evolves through the various stages of life.
If you're looking for a way to stay mentally sharp, consider this: swimming may be one of, if not the best exercise for your brain. You no doubt know of the physical benefits of swimming: increased endurance, cardiovascular health, and a toned physique. What you may not realize, however, is that science is discovering how swimming uniquely affects the brain. Some studies indicate that the brain responds differently to swimming than perhaps any other type of exercise. If you make swimming a part of your regular routine, you may enjoy better focus, mood, and a jolt of mental energy.
If you’ve ever fallen in love, you know full well how powerful its effects can be (for better or worse!) As it turns out, science has revealed that there’s a good reason why love is such a big deal. The effects it can have on us, especially our brains, are like no other. It creates not only euphoria, joy, and fulfillment, but it can also create chemical dependency in our minds. Some researchers even compare the effects of love to hard drugs in terms of its addictive quality.
If you’re still not convinced of the power of love, continue reading to learn about the surprising effects of love on the brain.
At some point, you've probably been asked this: "What would you eat if you could only have one thing on a desert island?" It's a silly game, but it poses an interesting question. Is there one food that's better than all the others? It's tough to say for sure, but we do know that eggs are one of the most complete foods on earth. Why are eggs good for you? Just one egg contains an enormous amount of vital nutrients and minerals that are key to your health. Not only that, eggs contain powerful fuel for your body and have a host of health benefits. Today we examine 6 reasons why eggs are the best. Scroll down to learn just some of the ways eggs can benefit you and your body.
