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02/14/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Nutrients and brain health: Which ones are great for improving mental health?

An increasing number of studies suggest that supplementation with a combination of micronutrients benefits people with mental health issues. The results of randomized controlled trials show that vitamin and mineral supplements are effective alternative medications for people with psychiatric conditions. According to experts, supplementation allows people to meet their daily nutritional requirements, which helps ensure optimal brain functioning. […]

01/31/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Spending at least 2 hours in nature per week improves overall health and psychological well-being, shows study

A mountain of research is giving near-conclusive evidence to the idea that exposing yourself to nature improves your physical and mental health, and the effects go beyond just giving your mood a temporary boost. A study published in the journal Scientific Reports suggests that spending at least two hours a week immersing yourself in nature is enough to positively affect you. The […]

12/26/2019 / By Arsenio Toledo

11 Ways to maintain your mental composure during a crisis

Facing a crisis is a fact of life – be it a medical emergency, a sudden change in your financial circumstances or some other kind of catastrophe. One thing that makes them all similar is the fact that every crisis takes a toll on your mental health. How strongly you respond to this turbulent time in your life can […]

12/17/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Researchers identify depression biomarkers using TCM

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a serious mental illness that has diverse causes and clinical manifestations. According to statistics, MDD affects up to 20 percent of the world’s population. Although numerous pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments have been developed for MDD, treatment outcomes are still unsatisfactory. Researchers, therefore, are currently in search of new ways to classify […]

12/13/2019 / By Grace Olson

When it comes to IBS, treating both mind and body is important

One of the challenges of treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is its unclear etiology. However, a recent study revealed that its symptoms are closely linked to both gut and brain health. The study – a collaboration among researchers from the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven in Belgium, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill – […]

12/03/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Probiotics can help treat anxiety and depression, according to research

The state of microbial communities present in the gut greatly impacts overall health. A well-balanced microbial composition leads to surprising health benefits, while an imbalanced one triggers inflammation, which is the root cause of most diseases. To fix this imbalance, supplementation with probiotics — live bacteria that can restore gut microbial equilibrium — is the recommended solution […]

11/12/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Eat less fat to keep depression symptoms at bay: Study

It’s not unusual for people to resort to eating food to help them cope with depression or make them feel better. Unfortunately, some foods, like fries, hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, and cookies, can lead to the opposite effect. Recent evidence suggests a link between consuming high-fat diets and depression. A study published in the journal Translational Psychiatry […]

10/29/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

A good diet can help eliminate bipolar disorder symptoms – review

Bipolar disorder is a brain disorder that causes unpredictable fluctuations in the mood, energy, and activity levels of affected individuals. Also known as manic-depressive illness, bipolar disorder is characterized by mood swings that include emotional highs (manic episodes) and lows (depressive episodes). Numerous studies suggest that diet plays an important role in the prevention and treatment […]

10/18/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Everything in moderation: Drinking a glass of wine daily helps lower depression risk

The ups and downs of alcohol consumption have been discussed by experts time and time again. Previous research has observed the negative association between alcohol consumption and depression risk. However, new evidence suggests that consuming alcohol in moderation can instead reduce the risk of depression. The study, published in the journal Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica, found that […]

09/18/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Women need more time at home: Working extra-long hours depresses women more than it does men

Many people are often exposed to chronic stress because of their jobs. What’s even more alarming is that this could lead to depression. A study published in BMJ’s Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health found that women who work extra-long hours are more likely to suffer from depression – but it is not the case for […]

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