It’s estimated that 75-90% of visits to the doctor’s office are related to chronic stress 1. There is plenty of research that gives evidence to the long-term health consequences of excessive stress. In other words, the effects of chronic stress are more far-reaching than just your mood or how you temporarily feel from it. Not only is it unpleasant, it...Continue Reading
Eating the right foods is the foundation for good health. So why wouldn’t the effects of diet extend to brain health? Well, they do! Plenty of research demonstrates that what you eat affects your mood and your ability to handle stress and anxiety. Our tense modern world needs help in fighting widespread anxiety. An estimated 40 million Americans have an...Continue Reading
Chronic stress is one of the worst things for your health. The chronic agitation, the burdensome worries, the tension, and sleepless nights take a toll not only on our quality of life but also on our physical health. The physical effects of stress are not pretty. Researchers have said that stress is considered a “causal agent” or one thing that...Continue Reading
An estimated 40 million Americans have an anxiety disorder and many are on anti-anxiety medication 14. Chronic anxiety is a big threat to our health and quality of life. Drugs can take the edge off but still have short and long term side effects, so are there any other more natural options? Natural Health And Anxiety/Mood If natural dietary herbs...Continue Reading
Sadness and depression are no joke. When we’re feeling low, we avoid friends, are sick more often, and tend to rely heavily on our bad habits. Would you believe it if someone told you that you could avoid, treat, and manage your sadness by increasing your brain’s dopamine levels? Dopamine is a neurotransmitter found in all of our brains. It...Continue Reading
What are the physical causes of mood disturbances and memory loss? What happens in the brain that alters its healthy functioning and leaves you feeling bad? In a TED talk, neuroscientist Sandrine Thuret gives us one big answer to these questions. You’ve probably heard of the role of neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and dopamine, in regulating mood. Some antidepressant...Continue Reading
Anxiety and chronic stress are ubiquitous problems in modern societies. Our rushed pace of life and constant worrying take a toll on our enjoyment of life and health. Most of us are aware of de-stressing techniques such as exercise, meditation, and deep breathing. But what you may not know is that the food you eat can impact your stress levels...Continue Reading
