How to have a healthy brain
1. Want to get pregnant now or in the future? Eat more fruit and reduce consumption of fast food. Research published in medical journal Human Reproduction analysed the diets of women from Ireland, UK, Australia and New Zealand and found…
After spending some time in Crete, I can say that I understand what it is like to live like a local. I ate out at many of the local restaurants and mountain taverns and from this got many insights. I…
Sleep to me is a gift. Quite literally. The clear, fresh healthy feeling that you get after waking up from a full night's sleep, I am thankful for each time. I struggled with sleep for years. At my worst, I…
Previous research indicates that the cognitive benefits of physical exercise and brain health may be enhanced when mental exercise is combined at the same time. Research also indicates similar benefits in cases where mental work of a more meditative nature…
While the brain sleeps, it clears out harmful toxins, a process that may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's. The glymphatic system (or glymphatic clearance pathway) is the functional waste clearance pathway for the vertebrate central nervous system (CNS). Recent research…
A 2018 study in the Journal Emotion links teens who spend more time on their smart-phones to being unhappier.What are the potential side-effects of excessive mobile use in 2018 and how can we make sure that we use them in…
Getting the ideal amount of sleep for health is just as important as eating healthy foods and getting enough exercise. According to new studies, people who sleep less than 8 hours a night are more likely to suffer from depression…
The Mediterranean diet, based on the dietary habits of the people of Crete (first noticed on this island), has become more popular to scientists and consumers, as studies continue to reveal its health benefits. The traditional Cretan Mediterranean diet is…
“Make rest a necessity, not an objective” Jim Rohn 1. Prioritize sleep The top athlete's of the world are selfish sleepers. • Envision and have gratitude for the outcome. During sleep, the brain can do things it just can’t do…