Understanding Neuroplasticity
Human beings are designed to have remarkable innate abilities to grow, learn and adapt to our circumstances. We are not only capable of change but are designed to change. Neuroplasticity is the reason we can change and is how all learning takes place. Neuroplasticity is why: Our brain is not hard-wired to work a certain […]
Can Poor Eating Habits Change Our Brain?
Human beings are creatures of habit. Our behaviors are formed as consequences of the activities we are involved in and the choices we make. This phenomenon can be a good or a bad thing depending on what we are talking about. For instance, brushing your teeth, making your bed, taking a shower or exercise can […]
How Do Amino Acids Impact the Size of Our Brain
Food serves as chemical information for our body and mind to use to produce energy for all its systems. Some of the chemical components of food are essential, meaning they need to come from food sources because our bodies cannot manufacture them by themselves. So, they need to come from an outside source, such as […]
Early Life Stress Linked to Mental Health Seen in Neural Pathways
From the time we are born into this world our body is in survival mode. This innate instinct is in constant operation. There is no off switch. Our very survival depends on it. Most of the time it goes unnoticed, relegated to the deeper areas of our nervous, circulatory, and endocrine systems. It’s as though […]
Facts About Pet Owners and the Link Between Chronic Stress Loads
Having been a pet owner for 18 years, I can certainly attest to the positive impact a “furry friend” can have on you when you get home from work. Just being in the presence of a little critter who seems to put you in a good mood and is always excited to see you is […]
How Do Males Respond to Images of Infant Faces Compared to Females ?
Newborns and infants need extra amounts of care which requires a parent to have superhuman abilities of high alertness and intuition. Being the first line of care for any child is a major responsibility with no days off with sick pay. In order for infants to get their needs met they need a caregiver who […]
Can Regular Exercise Maintain Better Brain Function as We Age?
The principle of “use it or lose it” is one that is associated with a variety of habits or behaviors. This old phrase is an attempt to address the importance of staying active to sustain our edge and abilities. It went hand in hand with other phrases such as, “no pain-no gain”. Each was meant […]
How Does Complaining Physically Impact Your Brain?
We are all familiar with a type of a person who is always complaining about something. They seem to just go there automatically, even when things are actually going well. Life always appears to be against them. No matter what they do or how they act. They push people away by their outlook, making it […]
How Vitamin Deficiencies May Impact Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Anxiety is a growing concern, affecting millions of people worldwide. While its causes vary, recent research highlights the significant role of anxiety and nutrient deficiency in mental health. Studies suggest that inadequate levels of essential nutrients, particularly vitamin B6 and iron, may contribute to anxiety symptoms. These deficiencies can impair neurotransmitter production, leading to mood […]
Sugar: How the Brain Processes it Differently in Obese-Prone Rat Study
Last week I wrote about the similarities between grey matter decline of those who are obese and Alzheimer’s disease patients. This past week I was reading more information about how obesity affects the brain’s ability to properly process sugar, based on a study at Western Michigan University, which involved obesity-prone rat models. This time I […]