Health

Researchers at the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine investigated the antiviral activities of the bioactive components of Aloe vera. They reported their findings in an article published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. In short, here is what they communicated: Previous studies have found that the ethanolic extract…
Read More...

Wish to sleep and eat better? Cut back on sugar. That’s what clinical psychologist Michael Breus suggests in his article for Psychology Today, where he discussed the link between sugar and the brain and how their interaction can affect sleep quality and intensify your cravings for sweets. How a high-sugar diet affects sleep quality…
Read More...

Researchers at the University of Toronto are studying our capacity for empathy, or our ability to sense and understand someone else’s emotions, and are debunking some common misconceptions along the way. Their work, recently published in the journal Psychological Science, is potentially important since empathy is fundamental to…
Read More...

Luteolin is a flavonoid known for its antioxidant properties. It is found in plant-based foods like fruits and vegetables and medicinal plants used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). But aside from being a potent free radical scavenger, luteolin also functions as an anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating agent. It even has reported…
Read More...

One of the most fun ways to combat brain aging is by dancing. That’s right – on top of being great exercise for your body, dancing is also wonderful for your inner universe. It’s an amazing, fun way of keeping your brain sharp and flexible. And age doesn’t matter. In fact, dancing is one of the best ways for older people to keep the…
Read More...

Blueberries are considered superfoods due to high amounts of immune-boosting antioxidants, good carbohydrates, protein and important micronutrients that support overall health. Unsurprisingly, blueberries are among the healthiest fruits that you can eat. Here are 10 reasons why you should add blueberries to your everyday diet.…
Read More...

Did you know that we have crystals in our brains? Scientists have discovered the presence of tiny crystallized fragments of magnetite living in our brain, including the pineal gland which is known as the third eye or the seat of the soul. Magnetite is one of the most magnetic substances on the planet and allows us to detect the…
Read More...

The drug dimethyltriptamine (DMT) could provide crucial aid to stroke victims by minimizing the damage inflicted on victims’ brains as they are rushed to the hospital, according to researchers. Canadian company Algernon Pharmaceuticals has laid out plans to microdose participants in the first clinical trial of its kind in hopes to help…
Read More...

Consuming portobello or shiitake powder may protect your arteries from the detrimental effects of a high fat diet, according to findings presented at Experimental Biology 2017. Mushrooms are known for their immune system boosting properties as well as treatments for anxiety and anti-cancer capabilities. For centuries, mushrooms have…
Read More...