We have about 100 billion neurons (what we sometimes call “brain cells”). For decades, it was believed that the neurons we had at birth were the ones we got for our entire lives. But, beginning in the 1980s and moving forward, research suggests that, yes, we can and do create new neurons as we age….
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5 Ways to Keep a Clear Head
While we pay close attention to our body’s detox systems and work to support them through lifestyle choices, how many of us are thinking of detoxing our brains too? Here are some detox tips to help you keep a clear head. Your brain’s cleanup team It’s only been in the past few years that researchers…
Inflammation’s Effects on Brain Health
The complexities of the human brain can leave both a scientist and layperson a tad awestruck. Research is beginning to elucidate the fascinating repercussions of inflammation in the brain. What is inflammation? Inflammation is a finely tuned biological defense system designed to maintain the body’s equilibrium. When the body perceives tissue damage or infection, it…
Mind and Memory
Nutrients support healthy brain function Magnesium and vitamins enhance memory Raising magnesium levels in the brain and neurons appears to improve memory. In this study, 102 healthy men and women, aged 18 to 65, took a placebo or 400 mg of magnesium L-threonate, 80 IU vitamin D, 12 mg vitamin C, 4 mg vitamin B6,…
Nourishing the Brain
Did you know that your brain uses about 20% of your energy each day? That means we burn on average 320 calories just to think!+ No wonder the brain needs good sources of energy from the foods we consume, and often a little extra help from nutrient supplementation in order to balance out the gaps…
8 Steps to Squash Brain Fog
We’ve all had trouble focusing before. It’s natural for our minds to wander now and then, but it can be frustrating when it happens often. Take a few minutes to find out how you can stay focused and defeat that brain fog. 1. Get more sleep When we don’t get enough sleep, we can’t concentrate,…
Need A Brain Boost? Omega-3s To The Rescue!
For a long time now, we’ve known that our flavorful, fatty American diet contains the wrong kinds of fats (or imbalanced intake of fats) hanging out in the wrong places in our bodies, causing discomfort, foggy brain, sluggish circulation and so much more. In response to this knowledge, we have seen a wave of programs…
Deep Dive: the Brain
This third quarter of 2022, we’re deep diving into the brain, discussing important topics like memory support, stress, mood, learning, and more. We hope you’ll join us through our blog posts, emails, podcasts, videos and in-store as we share tips and also talk about the nutrients we all need to best serve our hard-working minds….
Brain Up With These Tips
Imagine being 90 (or 100) and having the sharp memory and cognitive skills of your younger self. It’s possible with a few lifestyle tweaks, some of which involve your taste buds. Yes, you can literally eat your way to a healthy brain. Genes and lifestyle Faulty genes can increase the risk of cognitive decline and…
10 Natural Ways to Transform Your Brain Health
When we think of staying healthy, most of us consider the importance of keeping our bodies fit, but we may not give our brain a second thought. Fortunately, there are plenty of simple things you can do to give your brain and mental faculties a boost. Drink up Did you know that the brain is…
Omega-3s and Brain Health
A diet high on fried foods, fast foods, high carbs, etc. and low on fish, leafy greens, vegetables, fruits, and complex carbs rich in fiber can lead to an imbalance of fats in the body, making the body high in bad fats and low in the fats that help the body with healthy inflammation response,…
Mind and Mood: Nutrients for Brain Health
A mind is a terrible thing to waste, especially when we have steps we can take to help keep our brains functioning as well as possible. A healthy diet, exercise, and stress management are just a few of the things we can do to help our brains. In these studies, certain nutrients also showed promise…
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