More evidence that sleep is good for your brain! It appears to benefit those with Parkinson’s. And sleep apnea is seen as a risk factor for memory problems.
Brain and Nervous System Health
Coffee–Good and Bad?
Newer research is showing some of the health benefits of coffee despite years of reporting that we should be avoiding it. I have found that it is a wonderful botanical medicine, when consumed appropriately. In other cases, it must be avoided–for example, in those with high blood pressure. This article […]
NAC for Autism
The results of a small study have indicated favorable response to N-acetylcysteine (NAC) in patients with autism. They specifically report that they found less irritability and reduced repetitive actions in those taking NAC. Read more here.
Coffee–Good for you?
Medscape has recently published a report stating that coffee may be our wonder-drug. They report that it reduces risks of cancer, heart disease, depression, type II diabetes, and more. Of course, coffee is also associated with high blood pressure, anxiety, insomnia, etc. Read more here.
Exercise for Your Brain
Another article summarizes the beneficial link between exercise and keeping your brain healthy. Let’s get moving!! 🙂
Processed Foods
Processed foods contain many additives that are not natural to our bodies. And while the FDA has deemed low levels of some of these additives as “safe”, people who consume a diet high in processed foods may actually be attaining levels exceeding the FDA limits. And the situation may be […]
Turn Off That Light . . .
New study has linked even dim lighting while sleeping to increased risk of depression. If you suffer from depression or low mood, try turning off your TV and night-lights when you sleep at night. Wouldn’t that be a wonderful resolution!
Wakeful Resting–For Our Memories
This is interesting research which reveals that “wakeful resting” helps improve our memory for new information. Wakeful resting included closing eyes and being peaceful for 10 minutes after listening to a story. Sounds good to me!!!
Chronic Pain?
So research is finally revealing that chronic pain may not be “all in your head”–but it might be due to the way your brain is wired. This is exciting news particularly in light of the emergence of functional neurology. If you are suffering from chronic pain, please read this article; […]
Omega-3’s and Curcumin–For Your Brain Health!
We’re hearing more and more about the benefits of curcumin–a constituent in the spice turmeric. This research reveals that it is beneficial in repair of nerve cells following a spinal cord injury as well as beneficial for maintaining healthy brain cells! Hope you like curried salmon!! 😉
