Mental Health and Brain Health

You’ve got this: Everyday ways to support your mental health

7 min read

Mental illness exists in a space scientists are still working to understand. Unlike many medical conditions with targeted treatments, mental health disorders often respond unpredictably, varying widely from person to person. 

In honor of May’s Mental Health Awareness Month, Mitchell

Mental Health and Brain Health

How Microplastics in Human Brains May Affect Mental Health

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  • Research has detected a “spoonful” of microplastics in the average brain.
  • The impact of these is still being studied.
  • Experts break down how microplastics could impact mood disorders, dementia risk, and more.

Research has detected microplastics in a range of

Supplements and Medications for Brain Health

Creatine for Brain Health – Dosage, Risks, Benefits, & Science

14 min read

IN A SMALL Missouri pharmacy, Drew Dible carefully measures out a five-gram dose of a fine white powder. The almost crystalline substance isn’t for a customer, but for him. And it’s not a prescription medication, but a supplement: creatine monohydrate.

Nutrition for Brain Health

Say goodbye to brain fog: Diet plan for sharper focus, memory and mental clarity | Health

4 min read

Nutrition is the key to a sharper mind, improving your memory, focus, and overall clarity. Just as physical health depends on eating right, mental energy is also dependent on what’s on your plate. With the right diet, you can give

Mental Health and Brain Health

Mindfulness may be a window into brain health in early Alzheimer’s risk

5 min read

A new study published in the journal Mindfulness has found that older adults with early signs of cognitive impairment show reduced levels of dispositional mindfulness, and that this decline may be linked to changes in brain connectivity. Specifically, the researchers

Mental Health and Brain Health

New scientific articles highlight potential link between microplastics in ultra-processed foods and brain health

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The calamity of a plastic spoon in your brain

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This cover image depicts a human brain with colorful microplastic particles scattered across its surface, juxtaposed with a white plastic spoon as a visual representation. Research has revealed that the human brain contains approximately “a spoon’s worth” of microplastics

Mental Health and Brain Health

The Microplastics in Your Brain May Be Causing Mental Health Issues

3 min read

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Each of our brains is swimming in enough microplastics to form a plastic spoon, scientists discovered earlier this year. Since then, medical researchers have been scrambling to understand how that could affect our neurological

Nutrition for Brain Health

7 Best Foods for Brain Health to Keep Your Mind Sharp, According to Experts

8 min read

It’s normal and expected for your brain to change over time, but there are a lot of things you can do to keep your brain as healthy as possible throughout your life and reduce your risk of developing neurodegenerative conditions