<Study> Exercise reduces levels of brain inflammation (IL6) in people with schizophrenia. Interestingly higher IL6 is associated with several other problems including… impulsivity, depression and feelings of hopelessness, cognitive decline, pain, diabetes/blood sugar elevations, asthma, fibromyalgia, arthritis, gut problems (like IBS), autoimmunity, allergies, food sensitivities, suicide, and more. Could exercise really help chronic disease? It […]
Health Quotes Of The Week
Quotes That Make Sense… 3 Health Quotes from the excellent book, “Why Isn’t My Brain Working? A revolutionary understanding of brain decline and effective strategies to recover your brain’s health” The book is written by Datis Kharrazian, a chiropractic neurologist and PhD researcher. He’s well known for his work in ‘functional medicine,’ as well as […]
Exercise Improves Brain Inflammation
Exercise Reduces Neurological Inflammation and Improves Mental Health Exercise reduces levels of brain inflammation (IL6) in people with schizophrenia in a dose dependent way. Interestingly higher IL6 is associated with so many other problems also and drives CRP (c-reactive protein, an inflammatory marker). This is just one example of exercise helping chronic disease. Could exercise […]
Saffron Works As Well As Methylphenidate (Ritalin) ADHD
A new study finds that the spice saffron may be as effective as methylphenidate (Ritalin) in treating the symptoms of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). This is potentially very important for several reasons… Some kids (about 30%) do not respond to stimulants like methylphenidate. Some kids may experience significant side effects from stimulants these include […]
Kid’s Brain Health and Screen Time
Phones, Tablets, Video Games, Media and Your Child’s Brain Health. A recent study follows up with other research showing potential serious problems with prolonged media use and our health, in this case in kids. We previously covered a shocking study showing ‘digital dementia‘ in heavy internet users. Other posts about problems with mobile devices and […]
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