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Most people in the scientific community now accept that the brain continues to repair itself and create new brain cells throughout life. The birth of new neurons in the brain is referred to as neurogenesis. Nerve growth factor (NGF) is a group of small protein-like molecules called neurotrophins that are responsible for neurogenesis or the development of new neurons and for the health and maintenance of mature ones.
According to a new study in the NeuroImage scientific journal, exercise can freshen and renovate the white matter in our brains, potentially improving our ability to think and remember as we age. White matter, which connects and supports the cells in our brains, changes for the better as we become more physically active.
According to the Harvard School of Public Health, only a fraction of U.S. adults currently gets the recommended daily intake of all B vitamins from their diets alone. This could be due to a number of factors including normal aging, dietary choices or chronic digestive health issues.
Autophagy is an absolutely essential biological process that plays a key role in the normal functioning and survival of your brain cells. The word autophagy is derived from the Greek words auto and phagein. Autophagy is a self-cleaning mechanism within our cells, which helps your brain detoxify, repair and regenerate itself. It destroys the old, damaged, and malfunctioning components of your cells – and rebuilds new and healthier ones instead!
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that your body needs for many vital processes, including building and maintaining your brain function, immune system, and bone structure. Vitamin D is also a fat-soluble vitamin made by our bodies only when our skin is exposed to the sun. It’s considered an essential nutrient because the human body cannot make it on its own, without the assistance of sunlight, food, and/or dietary supplements.
We’ve all done it — delayed a task (such as Christmas shopping) for hours or days, even though we knew we’d be better off doing it sooner. Over 80 percent of students procrastinate and about 20 percent of adults report regular procrastination. So what drives procrastination, and can we really blame the TV or internet?
In our fast-paced and demanding lives, it's no surprise that many of us find ourselves struggling with low energy levels. While reaching for that extra cup of coffee may provide a temporary boost, it's important to explore natural alternatives that can provide sustained energy throughout the day.
Did you know that the practice of yoga dates back over 2,000 years to ancient India, with a focus on the unification of the mind, body, and spirit through the practice of physical movements, meditation, and breathing exercises?
