The more you know about your brain, the better you can optimize it. 5 Primary Brain Types Explained Dr. Daniel Amen has identified 16 Brain Types based on his brain imaging work. In Part 1, we took a deep dive into the 5 primary Brain Types. Our focus now shifts to the 11 combination [&hellip
Less than half of American adults get the recommended amount of fiber they need each day. Research continues to show how important fiber is to our health. Getting enough fiber supports healthy digestion, heart health, bowel regularity, stable blood sugar levels, and weight loss. A lack of fib
Have you ever considered how diet plays a role in your mood? Perhaps when you’re feeling down, sweets cheer you up or salty foods lift your spirits. However, consuming these foods in excess can negatively impact your health. There are several foods that not only taste great when prepared pr
On some basic level, we all know that helping others helps us feel good too. Research now confirms this notion. In fact, studies show that kind acts to help others can activate the brain’s pleasure centers and trigger the release of feel-good endorphins, hormones, and neurotransmitters, suc
These days, it seems like everyone’s worried or on edge. How’s your stress level? Do you feel like you’re being stretched to the limit? Maybe you’re experiencing headaches, muscle tension, or sleep issues. These can be associated with increased stress in your life. The Problem with St
What do tea, coffee, bananas, chocolate, and Brazil nuts have in common? They all have brain health benefits, and they come from the rainforest. In celebration of Earth Day, on April 22, let’s explore how to enjoy these foods and help tropical rainforests at the same time. Why the Rainfores
Spring has sprung! Now that the days are getting longer and temperatures are getting warmer, many are heading outside to ramp up their physical fitness. Engaging in physical activity is important for everyone, especially for those who’ve lived a sedentary lifestyle during the cold and dark
Granola Secrets to Power Your Brain, Body and Tastebuds! Did you know that granola was invented by a doctor more than 150 years ago? It’s true. In 1863, Dr. James Caleb Jackson, of a prominent health spa in upstate New York, made a cereal from baked graham flour and named it “granula.”
When it comes to healthy foods, there are a lot of claims out there. There’s a lot of talk about foods referred to as “superfoods,” but it’s important to have an idea of which foods truly offer an exceptionally high amount of nutrition compared to their caloric content. Many people wa
Wouldn’t it be nice if you had a mental “off” switch you could flip every time you were ready to go to sleep? Wouldn’t it be nice if you could sleep eight hours straight, without any disruptions? Wouldn’t it be nice if you could get restorative sleep every night? I’m guessing you