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12/06/2024
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By Olivia Cook
Exploring the brain benefits of RUE
In the search for solutions to tackle neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease, Huntington’s disease and Parkinson’s disease, scientists are exploring the natural world for inspiration. One plant making waves in this field is Ruta graveolens or rue – a hardy, shrubby herb native to the Mediterranean. Long celebrated in traditional medicine for its diverse medicinal properties, […]
04/16/2024
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By Olivia Cook
Ginkgo biloba, dubbed the “living fossil,” is nature’s ultimate brain booster
Ginkgo biloba, often called the maidenhair tree, is dubbed “the living fossil.” It has survived for more than 200 million years virtually unchanged, a testament to the resilience of nature. However, this tree renowned for its ancient properties has also earned a reputation throughout history as a powerful plant that boosts brain health. Writing for the […]
04/03/2024
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
6 Mushrooms you can eat to prevent cognitive impairment and reduce your dementia risk
A recent study by researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) found that older adults who consume more mushrooms in their diet have a significantly lower risk of mild cognitive impairment than those who don’t. Mild cognitive impairment is a condition defined by experts as the stage between the expected cognitive decline that occurs with age […]
06/05/2023
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study: Consuming more antioxidant flavanols slows memory decline in older adults
A recent study published in the journal PNAS linked age-related memory loss to a diet low in flavanols. The study found that replenishing these phytonutrients improved the performance of older adults on memory tests, indicating the importance of flavanols for optimal brain health in aging populations. The research, which included more than 3,500 older adults, found a correlation […]
01/16/2023
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By Zoey Sky
Regular consumption of tea found to reduce risk of dementia and improve cognitive function
Dementia is characterized by symptoms like memory loss and impaired judgment. Once considered a disease primarily affecting the elderly, many people under the age of 65 are now getting diagnosed with dementia. Fortunately, a study has found that there’s an easy way to improve cognitive function. According to researchers, consuming tea can help inhibit or slow […]
08/26/2022
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By Belle Carter
Study: Resveratrol, a compound found in grapes, can protect against cognitive decline
Several studies have found that resveratrol, a compound found in grapes, berries, peanuts and red wine, can help protect brain cells by stimulating the destruction of specific proteins. A recent study published in the Journal of Neuroinflammation showed that resveratrol supplementation reduced cognitive and functional decline in patients with mild Alzheimer’s disease. Resveratrol is a natural substance produced […]
07/28/2022
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By Belle Carter
Anthocyanins in fruits like blueberries can boost brain and heart health
A study published in Nutrients reported that anthocyanins, the blue or purple pigments in fruits such as blueberries, can help boost cognitive and cardiovascular health. The authors of the study evaluated the benefits of anthocyanins on cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. They concluded that water-soluble phytochemicals can help maintain cardiovascular and brain health by reducing oxidative stress in humans. Oxidative stress occurs when there […]
07/15/2022
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By Zoey Sky
Quercetin can protect you from the harmful effects of pesticides
More than a thousand different chemicals are used as pesticides in the United States. These harmful pesticides are used on at least 20,000 different products. Unfortunately, pesticides are also often used in homes, gardens, lawns, parks and schools. Studies have confirmed that excessive and prolonged exposure to pesticides is linked to cancer, endocrine disorders, respiratory problems, […]
06/03/2022
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By Zoey Sky
6 Scientifically proven benefits of green tea
If you drink tea often, especially green tea, you have new reasons to keep drinking it. Green tea has been the focus of many studies and findings show that drinking green tea regularly offers various health benefits, such as reducing bad breath and promoting weight loss. Where does green tea come from? For many years, tea has […]
04/20/2022
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By Zoey Sky
Phytochemical in apple peels found to boost brain health
A study found that a phytochemical in apple peels promotes the growth of new neurons. This is an important finding because the human brain becomes more susceptible to various health problems with age. The elderly are susceptible to Alzheimer’s disease, a debilitating condition that can eventually turn a loved one into a stranger. Alzheimer’s can make you […]
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