As you go about your day, do you ever wish you had more energy? You aren’t alone. Unfortunately, many of the things people do to boost their focus and energy end up backfiring. These include drinking caffeinated beverages and sugary energy drinks. Unhealthy Ways to Boost Energy Caffeine Caffeine
What makes you happy? Is it a place you often visit? Or chatting with a friend for hours on end? Or is it a favorite food or activity? Many things can provide happiness in our lives. Unfortunately, there are also many things that can steal our happiness. Though everyone has their ups and downs in [&
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)* is a common cognitive and behavioral condition that afflicts many kids and adults in our society. How Do Attention Issues Affect Kids & Adults? ADD and Kids ADD is one of the most prevalent childhood developmental problems. Also known as attention deficit hypera
You’ve probably heard the term “mindfulness.” It’s one of the best ways to achieve a state of calm. Mindfulness practices, such as yoga and tai chi, can help reduce anxious and depressive thoughts and increase focus and relaxation. Mindfulness also can help protect your brain
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 winter
How well do you know your brain? As the executive control center of the entire body – and the supervisor of every thought, mood, memory, and action – your brain makes you who you are. Brain Basics Even though your brain makes up only about 2 percent of your body’s weight (about three pounds),
Your thoughts are powerful! They can have a profound effect on the way you feel, behave, and interact with others. Are Your Thoughts Positive or Negative? Positive Thinking When you have a positive thought or feel happy, the stress hormone cortisol decreases and the brain produces the neurotransmitt
“It’s a jungle out there Poison in the very air we breathe Do you know what’s in the water that you drink? Well I do, and it’s amazing.” Theme song from Monk, written and performed by Randy Newman Intended as an amusing introduction to the TV show’s title character, the obsessive-
Perhaps you’ve heard of the essential vitamin folate (aka vitamin B9). But what’s the difference between folate and methylfolate? And what’s folic acid? It can be a bit confusing, so let’s unpack each of these and see how they relate to each other. What’s the Difference Between Folate, Fol
Many take extra (even extreme) precautions in safeguarding their health during the colder, darker, winter months. It’s prudent to remain vigilant when it comes to personal health and safety, especially if you have preexisting medical conditions or a weak immune system. As with any illness, there a