When most people think of melatonin, they think of a sleep supplement. While it does help with a range of sleep disturbances, emerging evidence suggests that we should also consider melatonin for anxiety. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 31.1% of adults in the United States will experience an anxiety disorder at some …
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Behind vitamins and minerals, probiotics are the third most commonly used dietary supplement. Over the decades, the topic of probiotics has captured the attention of both the scientific world and the general public. As recently as 1973, PubMed medical database hardly listed any publications on the subject of probiotics – today, there are about 20,000. …
According to the CDC, 4.7% of adults over the age of 18 experience depression in the US. Thankfully, the importance of mental health is getting more attention than ever, which means our knowledge on the subject is constantly growing. Unfortunately, increased public awareness alone isn’t enough to make someone with depression feel better or to …
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Perhaps you’ve heard some of the buzz around microdosing. Silicon Valley executives are claiming that it gives them the edge they need to create the next great product.While others are espousing its benefits for managing depression and attention deficit disorder. While all of this sounds exciting, there is also much to be cautious about. The …
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Tiny bacteria-specific viruses called phages could revolutionize health care and how we treat infectious diseases. Not only do phages show promise for treating antibiotic-resistant superbugs, but they also can help improve our gut microbiome health. Keep reading to find out how these tiny bacteria phages can target bad bacteria in the gut, and promote the …
Did you know that the adult brain continues to grow new brains cells in a process called neurogenesis? This is due to a very important protein called brain derived neurotrohic factor or BDNF. This article will blow your mind by teaching you about about this amazing brain fertilizer protein how to increase neurogenesis in your …
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What is dopamine and why do you want it? What if I told you that there is one chemical in your body that can help you experience joy, concentrate on your work, stay motivated and find satisfaction with how you spend your time? You’d probably want as much of it as possible, just like everyone …
Can Probiotics Improve Your Mood? Probiotics are big news. Everyday there are new stories in the popular media about how probiotics are improving people’s health. One of the most exciting areas of research is around probiotics and mood. It’s estimated that 90% of our serotonin is made in our digestive tract. But there is more …
Foods that Boost Serotonin Levels, Naturally Sometimes we may feel a bit down, moody or unmotivated for seemingly no reason. This may potentially be because of low serotonin levels in our brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that is extremely important for regulating mood, sleep and appetite as well as having a role in learning and …
