10 Best Anti Inflammatory Herbs and Foods: Plus How To Use Them

Jul 11, 2022

If you've ever wanted to reclaim your health and support your natural ability to fight inflammation, here's a list of some of the best inflammation-fighting herbs and supplements that you can buy, and how to leverage them for optimal health.

How To Take GABA Supplements for More Restful Sleep

Jun 10, 2022

Filed under: GABA, product_GABA

How To Take GABA Supplements for More Restful Sleep

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is a key neurotransmitter critical for relaxation, reducing stress and anxiousness, and most of all, calming the central nervous system so you can sleep restfully at night.

Quality and Purity of Avocado Oil Sold in the US

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: health, nutrition

Quality and Purity of Avocado Oil Sold in the US

Avocado - the soft, fleshy, green fruit seems to be all the craze nowadays. From avocado in recipes to avocado in cosmetics, this buttery ingredient has been gaining more and more popularity, as many people have been recognizing its health...

Antioxidant Activity of Special Beers

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: antioxidants, health, nutrition

One of the leading causes of aging, as well as many diseases and chronic conditions, is oxidative stress caused by free radicals. What this means is that when the balance between free radicals and antioxidants in your body becomes impaired,...

Study Finds Green Oats Have Positive Effects on Cognitive Function and Mood

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: Cognitive function, mood, nootropics, nutrition

Study Finds Green Oats Have Positive Effects on Cognitive Function and Mood

Oats are one of the most nutritious foods there are and their health benefits have been confirmed time and time again, plus, they make a delicious meal. But, did you know that the extracts derived from the green straws of...

Can Poor Sleep Can Negatively Impact Your Gut Health?

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: microbiome, sleep

Can Poor Sleep Can Negatively Impact Your Gut Health?

In a recent study from 2019, researchers discovered that microbiome diversity positively and significantly correlates with sleep efficiency. Must Know: The microbiome is the mixture of microorganisms living in your gut. This includes a variety of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa,...

Noopept: Brain-Boosting Benefits, Stacking, Doses

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: brain, memory, mental performance, nootropics

Noopept: Brain-Boosting Benefits, Stacking, Doses

Smart drugs, or nootropics, whether synthetic or natural, are gaining increasing popularity due to their positive effects on cognitive function and mental capabilities, as well as the fact they enhance brain health. Noopept is one such supplement well worth looking...

Aniracetam: Cognitive Benefits, Stacks, Safety & Doses

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: brain, brain health, cognition, mental performance, nootropics

Aniracetam: Cognitive Benefits, Stacks, Safety & Doses

There are many types of nootropics available on the market today, and all of them do their job well and make life a little easier when it comes to cognitive efforts - it’s just a matter of finding the right...

Do Short Bouts of Physical Activity Affect Cognitive Function?

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: fitness, focus, health, mental performance, wellness

Do Short Bouts of Physical Activity Affect Cognitive Function?

Here’s what a new study has found… Physical activity may be all the craze nowadays, but actually, not many people work out on a global level. The way the world works today almost sets us up for failure: most of...

The Gut-Brain Axis and Sadness

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: brain, depression, gut-brain connection, mood

Depression is one of the most common mood disorders nowadays, and it’s about so much more than just being sad or being in a bad mood. It encompasses a wide range of emotions that negatively impact the individual and cause...

Turmeric Dosage For Brain Health

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: turmeric, turmeric brain health

Turmeric has been one of the main topics of conversation for quite a while now. This aromatic spice has been given the title ‘superfood’ many times, and rightfully so, due to the increasing number of science-backed articles on its numerous...

New Study Finds Connection Between Cardiovascular Health and Cognitive Decline

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: brain health, cardiovascular health, cognitive decline, mental performance

New Study Finds Connection Between Cardiovascular Health and Cognitive Decline

Dementia is one of the most common diseases in the 21st century that impairs the quality of life of millions of people worldwide. Research shows that in 2017, nearly 50 million people were suffering from dementia, and this number is...

New Study Confirms Curcumin Benefits on Mood and Working Memory

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: brain health, cognition, curcumin

New Study Confirms Curcumin Benefits on Mood and Working Memory

If you’ve ever had a curry dish or a cup of golden milk, we’ll assume that, just like us, you like turmeric, the magical golden spice. But do you know what makes it so powerful? It’s curcumin. Curcumin is the...

How Green Tea Keeps Your Brain Younger for Longer

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: brain health, mental performance, nutrition

How Green Tea Keeps Your Brain Younger for Longer

As you may already know, green tea is made from the leaves and buds of the Camellia sinensis plant, and it’s a big part of Asian culture. Green tea contains many different types of flavonoids and polyphenols that lend it...

Can Bacopa Monnieri Extract Improve Memory Performance? Study Says Yes

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: brain health, memory, natural nootropics

Can Bacopa Monnieri Extract Improve Memory Performance? Study Says Yes

Bacopa monnieri is a perennial herb most commonly found in Southern and Eastern India, Australia, Europe, Africa, Asia, and North and South America. It has been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years for different ailments, including calming...

Could Orange Juice Help With Mood?

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: brain health, diet, mindset

Depression is one of the most prevalent mental health issues on a global level. In fact, research statistics for the US suggest that in 2017 an estimated number of 17.3 million adults over the age of 18 had at least...

Study Finds Promising Effects of Mature Garlic Extract On Learning and Memory

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: brain health, cognition, memory, mental performance

Study Finds Promising Effects of Mature Garlic Extract On Learning and Memory

Whether you enjoy garlic and its pungent aroma, or can’t stand it and avoid it at all costs, one thing is for certain - garlic is one of the most nutritious foods with many health benefits. Garlic (Allium sativum) belongs...

New Study Examines Neuroprotective Effects of Burning Bush Extract

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: brain, brain health, mental performance

New Study Examines Neuroprotective Effects of Burning Bush Extract

Burning bush (Euonymus alatus) is a flowering plant that belongs to the staff-vine family commonly found in parks and gardens in Japan, Korea, and central and northern China. It’s a well-known ornamental plant with a purplish-scarlet red color of the...

Emerging Therapies and Vaccines that Show Promise in Combating Infections

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: health, health care, science

Emerging Therapies and Vaccines that Show Promise in Combating Infections

A novel strain of the coronavirus, called SARS-CoV-2, emerged in Wuhan, China in December of last year, 2019. Since then, it has been spreading rapidly across countries and continents, leading the World Health Organization to proclaim a pandemic in March...

Infections - The Possible Role of Supplements, Probiotics, and Nutraceuticals in Reducing the Risk of Infection

Oct 29, 2020

Filed under: health, immune system, nutrition, supplements

Infections - The Possible Role of Supplements, Probiotics, and Nutraceuticals in Reducing the Risk of Infection

Since December of last year, the world has been in a state of emergency. The COVID-19 pandemic has put many countries under an unexpected strain while protective measures are being taken to stop the spread. And while the world has...

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10 Best Anti Inflammatory Herbs and Foods: Plus How To Use Them

How To Take GABA Supplements for More Restful Sleep

Quality and Purity of Avocado Oil Sold in the US

Antioxidant Activity of Special Beers

Study Finds Green Oats Have Positive Effects on Cognitive Function and Mood

Can Poor Sleep Can Negatively Impact Your Gut Health?

Noopept: Brain-Boosting Benefits, Stacking, Doses

Aniracetam: Cognitive Benefits, Stacks, Safety & Doses

Do Short Bouts of Physical Activity Affect Cognitive Function?

The Gut-Brain Axis and Sadness

Turmeric Dosage For Brain Health

New Study Finds Connection Between Cardiovascular Health and Cognitive Decline

New Study Confirms Curcumin Benefits on Mood and Working Memory

How Green Tea Keeps Your Brain Younger for Longer

Can Bacopa Monnieri Extract Improve Memory Performance? Study Says Yes

Could Orange Juice Help With Mood?

Study Finds Promising Effects of Mature Garlic Extract On Learning and Memory

New Study Examines Neuroprotective Effects of Burning Bush Extract

Emerging Therapies and Vaccines that Show Promise in Combating Infections

Infections - The Possible Role of Supplements, Probiotics, and Nutraceuticals in Reducing the Risk of Infection

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