Laughter Acts as a Stress Buffer, and Even Smiling Helps
Laughing and smiling more might help to buffer against the effects of stress, researchers report.
Month: October 2020
Why the Brain Is Programmed to See Faces in Everyday Objects
Face pareidolia, the phenomenon of seeing face-like structures in inanimate objects, is a perceptual phenomenon that occurs when sensory input is processed by visual mechanisms that have evolved to extract social content from human faces.
Meditation-Relaxation Therapy May Offer Escape From the Terror of Sleep Paralysis
Meditation and relaxation may provide relief to those suffering sleep paralysis, a new pilot study reports.
40% of Dementia Cases Could Be Prevented or Delayed by Targeting 12 Risk Factors Throughout Life
Study reports modifying twelve risk factors over your lifetime could reduce dementia risk by 40%.
How Yoga Changes Your Body, Starting The Day You Begin (INFOGRAPHIC)
In celebration of the many ways yoga can help us heal and thrive, we are sharing this infographic by the Huffington Post to spread awareness about the many health benefits of yoga for body, mind, and spirit!
Coconut Cacao Low Carb Smoothie
Craving ice cream? This creamy, chocolate smoothie makes the perfect breakfast or snack that will fill you up and satisfy your sweet tooth, with no regrets.
Anatomy 101: The Brain Science Behind Meditation
Sitting on your cushion can help your brain stay sharp as you age, and improve memory and focus. Here’s how.
Alzheimer’s Risk Factors May Be Measurable in Adolescents and Young Adults
Alzheimer’s risk factors could be apparent as early as our teenage years, researchers reports. The risk factors disproportionately affect African Americans and include heart health problems, high cholesterol, diabetes, and insufficient quality of education.
Are Your Gums Saying Something About Your Dementia Risk?
The findings add further evidence for the link between dental hygiene and dementia.