Brain imaging studies suggest that novel tasks activate large areas of the cortex, and increase levels of brain activity. The same activity declined as soon as the routine became automatic. Below are some exercises to work out the inner recesses of your brain. The question is whether or not mental exercise can preserve or build […]
Feeling Tired May Be More Than Depression
It’s common to feel tired when you’re depressed, but if you’ve had unrefreshing sleep for months and are exhibiting other symptoms you may want to look into the possibility that it is another problem, such as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). It’s estimated that as many as 10 million Americans may have CFS, also known as […]
Herbal Medicine Goes Mainstream
Herbal Medicine can be practiced alone or in conjunction with other modalities, such as psychotherapy, nutritional therapy, and even pharmacological medications. In developing countries, up to 80% of indigenous populations rely on herbs for primary health care needs. In France and Germany, 30 to 40% of all medical doctors rely on herbal preparations as their […]
Summer Seasonal Affective Disorder
Most people associate seasonal affective disorder (SAD) with the winter, but in fact many people suffer from the summer blues. As many as 25% of American are thought to suffer from some form of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD can be relatively mild or it can be a serious disorder that requires hospitalization. Because SAD […]