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Neurontin and Lyrica are a Death Sentence for New Brain Synapses

Neurontin and its newer more potent version, Lyrica, are widely used for off-label indications that are an outright flagrant danger to the public. These blockbuster drugs were approved for use even though the FDA had no idea what they actually did in the brain. A shocking new study shows that they block the ability of new brain synapses from forming, drastically reducing the potential for rejuvenating brain plasticity – meaning that these drugs will cause brain decline faster than any substance known to mankind.

Read More: brain synapses, Lyrica, Neurontin, plasticity

The New Understanding of a Properly Functioning Brain

Perception and consequent understanding is relative. The state-of-the-art understanding of the human brain function just two years ago is now outdated. Way back then, we were just getting better at tracking the flow of neurotransmitters and the function of glial cells. Now we have diffusion tensor imaging and we can perceive for the first time the connections in real time between various brain regions. Not surprisingly, a whole new understanding of the brain is emerging.

Read More: brain networks, glial cells, network speed, plasticity

Are Food Cravings and Excess Food Consumption a Sign of Brain Damage?

The problem with sliding down the slippery slope of slow and progressive weight gain over the years is that you may have a lot of trouble pulling yourself up and out of the hole. In fact, new science says you most likely cause brain damage by eating too much food. Such damage causes you to crave and eat what you know you shouldn't. A variety of new studies shed light on the complex and fascinating subject of food cravings and your mind.

Read More: cravings, dopamine, hypothalamus damage, insulin resistance, leptin resistance, overeating, plasticity, reward