Researchers have found high levels of a bacteria normally only found in the mouth in the brains of those with Alzheimer’s. They are unclear of the cause/effect, but brushing your teeth after each meal is a very healthy habit regardless!
Brain and Nervous System Health
Exercise May Be the Best Medicine for Alzheimer’s
I have posted about this before, but here is more compelling evidence that exercise is good for the brain! Other research has shown that impact exercises are also good for nerve connections–think of children “jumping on the bed”. Let’s get moving–maybe try a mini-trampoline?? 🙂
Cell Phone Use Causes Oxidative Stress
Heavy cell phone use is linked to oxidative stress–think aging, cancer, etc. And “heavy” use is defined as “at least 8 hours per month” on a cellular phone. Let’s put down our phones–try the speaker feature or face-to-face even better!! Read more here.
Weedkillers Linked to Depression
I don’t find this too surprising although the use of herbicides and their impact is distressing. Recent research is linking depression in farmers to the use of weedkillers. And, not surprising, the use of pesticides has been linked with Parkinson’s disease. Please avoid the use of these toxic chemicals–they are […]
Memory Loss May Be Early Sign of Dementia
So don’t let your doctor just dismiss your concern about memory loss–it may be an early warning sign. And don’t over-worry, either, because lapses in memory can occur with stress, low blood sugar, etc.–and these should be addressed, don’t get me wrong. Read this article to learn more. And if […]
Exercise Mediates Parkinson’s
And again, exercise is showing favorable impact on brain health–this time on Parkinson’s. There is just no substitute for exercise!!
Exercise Calms Anxiety!
And yet another reason to exercise: researchers have found that mice who exercise respond to stress but then RECOVER from stress more quickly than those who don’t exercise. Hey, we’ve got some great weather these days, so let’s get moving!! 🙂
Exercise and Diet for Your Memory
Great information in this article regarding the importance of exercise and a healthy diet for your brain health–this is not new information but more information. They are incorrect regarding supplements, however. Supplements have been shown to improve brain function–but people respond best to the supplements that they need, not just […]
Caffeinated Medications Linked with Strokes
Taking medications that contain caffeine are associated with a two- to three-fold increased risk of stroke. Interestingly, those that drank coffee were at a reduced risk in this population. Bottom line: avoid medications that contain caffeine. Read article here.
Carbs Trigger Cravings
Consumption of carbs triggers the brain to crave more carbs. This can obviously lead to obesity, but also impacts our overall nutrition status, health, brain chemistry (think ADD, ADHD for starters), etc. Please include lots of healthy veggies, fruits and proteins in your diet and leave the carbs out. Read […]
