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When you work out, a few things probably run through your mind: changing your body composition, burning calories, building more muscle and strengthening your cardiovascular system. But did you know that there is one body part that most of us neglect to think about in terms of exercise? This specific organ helps you do, well, [...]
Because we are known for being thoroughly classy, we promise to withhold all the kinky examining table jokes Dr. Travis Stork of The Doctors inspires to bring you this serious science-y story. Using the rugby player who famously “became gay” after suffering a stroke as an example, neurosurgeon Dr. Neil Martin displayed similarities between homosexual [...]
Fish for a Healthy Brain Here’s more good news about the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish and the vitamins found in fresh fruits and vegetables: seniors with high levels of these nutrients did better on tests of mental acuity and had less of the brain shrinkage that signals Alzheimer’s disease. (If you want the [...]
Lumosity is cool website that helps you train your brain to improve your memory, attention span and cognitive functions. It was designed by neuroscientists and is backed by prestigious institutions such as Harvard University! When you get started, it asks you questions based on five categories: memory, attention, speed, flexibility and problem solving. When you tell [...]
This is your brain. This is your brain on yoga! Meditation to be exact. New, real, comprehensive studies are being done to prove that meditation does indeed actually transform the circuits of the brain to increase functionality, focus, empathy and happiness. How fabulous! Changes have been seen in the limbic system or the brain’s emotional command [...]
I love the way I feel after a good night’s sleep. My body is rested; my mind feels clear and alert; and I am happy to just linger in bed and relax. Of course, this delightful state is eventually interrupted by an alarm going off or the dog barking for me to feed him. But [...]
It has long been known that alcohol takes a greater toll on the bodies and it has long been known that alcohol takes a greater toll on the bodies and minds of hard-drinking women than their male counterparts. Now scientists are peering into the brains of alcoholics for clues about the price of excess on [...]
Our brain is arguably the most important organ in our body. We use it to think, talk, and make sense of our other senses. If we don’t keep up our brain health, it could mean disaster. No one wants to fall victim to the many diseases out there that affect our brains filled with memories, [...]
Follow these tips to help keep your brain and your body vibrant and healthy throughout your life… Do: Exercise your body regularly and get involved in physically active leisure pursuits Keep your mind exercised! Engage in active learning throughout life and pursue new experiences Stay socially engaged with friends, family and community groups Maintain a [...]
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