All posts tagged with cognitive function
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-(Natural News) Tree nuts have been part of the human diet since ancient times. Consuming these small yet nutrition-packed superfoods is encouraged and even promoted in many dietary guidelines worldwide because of their positive benefits to human health. NaturalHealth365 recommends these tree nuts as the best kinds to include in your diet: Almonds Brazil nuts Pecans […]
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-(Natural News) Dementia is characterized by symptoms like memory loss and impaired judgment. Once considered a disease primarily affecting the elderly, many people under the age of 65 are now getting diagnosed with dementia. Fortunately, a study has found that there’s an easy way to improve cognitive function. According to researchers, consuming tea can help inhibit […]
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-(Natural News) Some people own pets for companionship or because they need a guard dog. But regardless of the reason for having a pet, a study has found that having a pet like a cat or a dog can help slow cognitive decline among older adults. According to the study, owning pets for at least five […]
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-(Natural News) People eat processed food for different reasons. Some may be craving sweet or salty snacks, while others may want to eat something cheap and convenient. However, many studies have shown that consuming highly processed foods can increase your risk of chronic diseases like obesity, diabetes, certain cancers and heart disease. According to new research, consuming processed […]
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-(Natural News) A recent study has shown that odor plays a role in learning, in particular, in improving exam performance. In the report, published in the journal Scientific Reports, lead author Jurgen Kornmeier noted that fragrances have a supportive effect that “works very reliably in everyday life and can be used in a targeted way.” Their […]
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-(Natural News) A new study shows that napping for 90 minutes can boost motor skills and memory, helping both the body and the mind. Researchers at Northwestern University have found that sleep can enhance a person’s ability to learn challenging motor tasks as it helps the brain in processing and focusing on a new skill. In their […]
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-(Natural News) Air pollution can negatively impact mental health and increase people’s risk of various psychiatric disorders, such as depression and anxiety. This is the conclusion of many studies that examined how exposure to particulate matter (PM) affects mental health. Also known as particulates, particulate matter is a mixture of fine solid and liquid particles suspended in the air, such […]
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-(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease suggests that lead might play a role in the development of dementia. Researchers from the University of Toronto (U of T) reported this after finding a link between lifetime lead exposure and greater dementia risk. In particular, they found that dementia cases decreased as the use of lead […]
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-(Natural News) A study in the journal Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology found that exposure to flame retardants and pesticides is now the leading contributor to IQ loss. The study, which was published in February last year, also showed that exposure to heavy metals decreased over the past 16 years. A team led by New York University (NYU) researchers arrived at these findings after analyzing […]
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-(Natural News) A review published in the journal European Neuropsychopharmacology shows that a person’s diet can improve or worsen his mental health, depending on the quality of the foods that he eats. European researchers arrived at this conclusion after reviewing past studies that examined the potential link between nutrition and mental health. The researchers found strong evidence that the […]
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