Scientists have known for years that unhealthy diets – particularly those that are high in fat and sugar – may cause detrimental changes to the brain and lead to cognitive impairment. Many factors that contribute to cognitive decline are out of a person’s…
By now, you probably have a pretty good idea of what mindfulness is and know that it is useful for calming your mind and easing stress, anxiety, and depression. But did you also know that certain mindfulness practices can energize…
When you think of cholesterol, you probably think of heart disease. But without this fat-like substance, you wouldn’t be able to think at all and your brain would not function normally. Your Brain Needs Cholesterol to Function The brain has…
We all have the same 24 hours in one day and 8760 hours in one year — if we’re lucky. None of us are guaranteed any of it. All any of us are ever guaranteed is this very moment —…
For three decades, people have been deluged with information suggesting that depression is caused by a “chemical imbalance” in the brain – namely an imbalance of a brain chemical called serotonin. However, our latest research review shows that the evidence does…
Often, your own mind is the worst enemy you will face on a daily basis. Far too many of us let our minds doubt, criticize, bully, and limit us relentlessly. And if that’s not bad enough, over time, that fearful,…
(The following is adapted from The Theory & Practice of Well-Being by Lee LaMee.) I think all human beings have one fundamental goal in common. We all want to find some level of happiness, contentment, and peace. Is that too…