You may sometimes feel like your brain isn’t functioning properly. Maybe you are experiencing forgetfulness or brain fog. These are often signs of poor brain function. Nutrients are usually what is needed to support brain health and to help keep the body's command center in good shape. Certain vitamins for memory could prove beneficial in […]
Viral infections can be either subclinical or result in diseases of varying severity, usually with characteristic clinical signs in the affected host. These infections most commonly involve the nose, throat, and upper airways, or systems including the gastrointestinal, nervous, and reproductive systems. It appears that a connection can be made between viral infection and neurological […]
Do you daydream about getting a good night’s sleep? Do you wake up in the morning feeling tired? And is getting through the day a feat all on its own? You are not alone. Many people struggle with sleep issues, some for up to a third of the time they could have spent sleeping. And […]
Ginkgo biloba is among the oldest living tree species. Ginkgo extract is mostly prepared from the dried leaves and seeds of the plant. It has been used in Chinese Medicine for millennia. The most beneficial components of ginkgo biloba are its flavonoids, which contain potent antioxidant qualities and terpenoids. Research suggests that these components provide […]
Everyone has memory lapses from time to time. This is often just a part of life. However, if your brain seems to be constantly trapped in a cloud, leading to persistent memory and concentration issues, you may be dealing with brain fog, and this can be a marker of more serious health conditions. Therefore, being […]
The sale of brain supplements generates over $6 billion a year, making it one of the largest markets globally. The size of the brain supplement market is unsurprising, considering how popular dietary supplements have become in recent times. With a market that large, it may seem pointless to wonder if brain supplements are really beneficial […]
Adrenal burnout and adrenal fatigue are two conditions that have very similar symptoms and causes, but they also have a few key differences. While both are related to chronic stress, burnout is more associated with work stress and may have more to do with an imbalance in the hormone dopamine than a problem with the […]
Many factors can influence your brain’s ability to function properly. Most of us have gone through periods in our lives where we forget things or find it difficult to function. Factors responsible could include psychological stress, not getting enough sleep, the aging process, and even your lifestyle. However, we may improve cognitive function, problem-solving abilities, […]
As the body ages, its organs do as well – and this includes the brain. This brain aging translates to cognitive decline and memory issues, especially above the age of 65. And two out of ten Americans in this age group experience mild cognitive impairment, which is a more severe form of cognitive decline. Considering […]
Approximately 1,300 people may die in the United States every year due to exposure to high temperatures.1 And this number does not include people dying of pre-existing health issues to which heat could have been a contributing factor. A good example of this is heart attacks. Heat exhaustion may promote the incidence of heart attacks […]
