For many people, chocolate is the go-to treat when the urge for something sweet comes along. In addition to being delicious, did you know that chocolate has many health benefits and consistently tops the list of the best “brain foods”? Touted for improving memory, decision-making ability, mental … [Read more...] about Brain Foods – Is Chocolate Good for the Brain?
Concerned About Cognitive Decline?
Light Therapy May Protect the Brain from cognitive decline. Have you ever had trouble remembering something or finding the right words? Is it due to cognitive decline, or are you just having an “off” day? A certain amount of cognitive decline is expected with aging, however, for many people, … [Read more...] about Concerned About Cognitive Decline?
Brain Health and Technology… There’s an app for that!
Technology… it’s all around us every day, and more people are exposed to technology at an earlier age than ever before. Some say that it is not uncommon for kids to carry smartphones by age 10. Social media and tech companies such as Google, Facebook, Instagram, and many others are vying for our … [Read more...] about Brain Health and Technology… There’s an app for that!
Summer Smarts
Can brain health change with the seasons? Summer is here, and with it are longer days and more Vitamin D courtesy of the extended sunshine hours. With more outdoor activities calling and more socializing with family and friends – pool parties and barbecues galore – it has been known that the … [Read more...] about Summer Smarts
Raising Awareness About Strokes
In May alone, 65,000 people in the U.S. will experience a stroke. Many people who experience strokes are not even aware that they are at risk. To raise awareness, the National Stroke Association has designated May as National Stroke Awareness Month. This year, they have focused on increasing … [Read more...] about Raising Awareness About Strokes
February is All About the Heart Health… Health That Is!
Does the secret to a long life lie in a healthy heart? Many people certainly believe so, and there are lots of reasons why. In truth, the importance of heart health cannot be overstated. And while there are doctors, organizations, fitness industry-leading experts, dieticians, and many others who … [Read more...] about February is All About the Heart Health… Health That Is!
January is National Winter Sports Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)Awareness Month
Extreme sports are more popular than ever. Contests like the Winter Olympics, the X Games, and several other competitions have created a seemingly endless array of sports and hybrid sports, including skiing, snowboarding, base jumping, snow kiting, ice yachting, and more. As the popularity of winter … [Read more...] about January is National Winter Sports Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)Awareness Month
PEMF Therapy for Migraines
Did you know that more than 38 million people suffer from migraines in the U.S. today? That is a staggering statistic. Two to three million of those people are chronic migraine sufferers, meaning that they have more than fifteen headaches a month over a three-month period. With so many occurrences … [Read more...] about PEMF Therapy for Migraines
Combatting Seasonal Affective Disorder
Do the colder temperatures and shorter days leave you feeling less than 100%? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that comes and goes with the changing of the seasons and affects an estimated five percent of the U.S. population each year. Sometimes referred to as the “winter … [Read more...] about Combatting Seasonal Affective Disorder