Brain Function Articles:
Startling Evidence of Brain Decay at Age 39
Deterioration of myelin sheathing causes a “leakage” of electrical energy out the sides of nerves, resulting in disrupted function. A news study in healthy men clearly shows that loss of myelin sheathing begins at age 39, a slow decay of nerve function which also relates to memory. The initial sign is simply a loss of reflex speed.Read More: brain function, myelin sheathing, reflexes
BDNF at the Crossroads of Brain Function & Metabolism
Brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is vital to the growth of new nerve cells, the plasticity of brain connections that are vital to brain health, and plays an important role in learning and memory. New research is now showing that it is a vital metabolic compound, lacking in individuals who are overweight and especially in those with type II diabetes.Read More: BDNF, brain function, fat burning, metabolism
Lipoic Acid Rejuvenates Aging Antioxidant Defenses in Brain and Heart
Acceleration of the aging process is invariably associated with increased free radical damage associated with inflammation and weakening antioxidant defense systems. A number of new studies show that R alpha lipoic acid can rejuvenate these faltering antioxidant defense systems, helping to protect your brain, your cardiovascular system, and even assisting individuals with poor thyroid function.Read More: aging, brain function, free radicals, heart, mitochondria, R-Alpha Lipoic Acid
Horse Chestnut Update: Weight Management and Brain Health
Horse chestnut and its active compound called aescin (also escin) is best known for its ability to correct vein-related circulatory problems and leg swelling. It has been used historically for hemorrhoids, kidney stones, fever, GI tract support, bladder problems, post-operative edema, and skin problems. New studies show that it may also be helpful for weight management and brain health – while helping to boost antioxidant function and reducing inflammation.Read More: brain function, Horse chestnut, inflammation, Weight Management
Top 10 Health Stories of 2010
2010 is a year marked by an explosion in gene-related nutritional science, with significant findings to improve the health of one and all. In contrast, the same type of gene science applied to the function of commonly used drugs is showing their true colors. These toxic poisons should be avoided for all but the most desperate use in true medical situations. They should absolutely never be used for preventive health or the management of symptoms or numbers.Read More: Actos, alzeimher's prevention, Avandia, blood pressure medication, blood sugar, Blueberries, brain function, DHA, friendly flora, GMO, gum problems, health freedom, mental illness, pH balance, sugar, Vitamin E
A Family History of Alcoholism Means Obesity Could be Knocking at Your Door
Researchers have now established that the rate of obesity in women, and to some degree men, is rapidly rising in those whose parents have a history of excess alcohol use. It means that those most likely to succumb to eating extra sweet, salty, and fatty foods are those with in inherited weakness relating to addiction.Read More: alcohol, brain function, obesity
Exercise At Every Age Boosts Brain Function
Researchers evaluated the findings from 111 recent studies on exercise and brain function and came to the conclusion that both aerobics and strength training are of great value to brain health at every age. This is especially the case for helping to maintain cognitive function in older age.Read More: aerobics, BDNF, brain function, exercise, strength training
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