‘Twas the day after Thanksgiving, when all through the house, no one wanted to eat leftovers, so they just ate out. Okay, so that isn’t an official holiday poem, but it’s a scenario that plays out in many homes throughout our country. Maybe families leave their leftovers in the fridge because
One of the main reasons we celebrate Thanksgiving is to express gratitude for the good things in our lives. Unfortunately, for millions of Americans, the focus on appreciation takes a back seat to gorging on high-calorie, sugar-laden foods. For many people, the Thanksgiving feast marks the beginning
Your body has built-in systems designed to protect, repair, and restore balance and comfort. These complex processes help the body recognize stressors—like intense physical activity, dietary triggers, or environmental challenges—and work to bring things back into equilibrium. Sometimes, though,
The best way I know to introduce our exciting new product Smart Relief is to tell you a story about Dr. Daniel Amen. I’m not telling stories out of school—Dr. Amen told this one himself on one of his terrific PBS specials, so I’m sure he won’t mind my passing it on to you. Here’s […
Let me ask you something: Have you ever noticed that when your gut feels “off”—you’re bloated, irregular, or just uncomfortable—your brain isn’t exactly firing on all cylinders either? Maybe your focus gets fuzzy. Maybe your mood dips. Maybe your energy tanks halfway through the afternoo
You’re exhausted. You’ve tried melatonin. You’ve tried magnesium. You’ve even tried cutting off caffeine at 2 PM. And still, you find yourself staring at the ceiling at 3 AM, wondering what it’s going to take to finally get a good night’s sleep. You’re not alone. Roughly one in three A
Let’s start with a hard truth: cognitive decline doesn’t announce itself with a drumroll. It tiptoes in quietly. One day you forget where you parked. Then a friend’s name vanishes mid-sentence. You start writing a grocery list and find yourself staring blankly at the page, wondering why you ev
When you hear the word electrolytes, you probably think of salty sports drinks and sweaty workouts. Or you think of popular electrolyte “sports” formulas with famous brand names and roughly 35 grams of sugar per bottle. No, thank you. True hydration — the kind your brain and body really need
Head injuries, ranging from mild concussions to severe traumatic brain injuries (TBI), can have a negative effect on mental and physical health. Whether the result of a sports injury, vehicle accident, or fall, head injuries can have a lasting impact on an individual’s quality of life. A common qu
We often hear about the importance of physical exercise, but what about mental exercise? Just as we work to keep our bodies strong and flexible, our brains also need regular stimulation to stay sharp, adaptable, and healthy. No matter your age or stage of life, exercising your brain offers significa