All posts tagged with serotonin
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-(Natural News) A study published in the journal Nature Medicine found an increase in specific microorganisms in the gut which are linked to colorectal cancer. The researchers said that these microorganisms can potentially be used to detect the disease long before it progresses to late-stage cancer. “Our results show that changes in the gut microbiome are present at […]
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-(Natural News) A study published in the journal Neuropharmacology found that plant-based compound resveratrol can potentially lower depression and anxiety. This is because resveratrol inhibits enzyme expression of phosphodiesterase 4 or PDE4, which is linked to depression and anxiety. Current antidepressants focus on other components of the brain such as serotonin. But only one-third of patients with depression enter full remission […]
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-(Natural News) Patients with depression often experience gastrointestinal distress, a group of digestive disorders marked by lingering symptoms, such as constipation, bloating, diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramping. According to a study published in the journal Gastroenterology, the two disorders are connected by a common cause: low levels of serotonin, also known the “happy chemical.” Depression and gastrointestinal distress go hand […]
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-(Natural News) People who suffer from chronic pain often report somatic awareness, a condition marked by heightened sensitivity to a variety of sensations and symptoms. These non-specific symptoms, which often include headaches, sore joints, itchy skin, constipation or shortness of breath, have no physiological explanation; nevertheless, they are enough to cause emotional distress to those who experience […]
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-(Natural News) Salvia officinalis, also known as common sage, is a well-known culinary herb with medicinal properties. Besides its anti-microbial activities, the common sage is also known for its ability to manage menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and excessive sweating. However, not much is known about the mechanism behind its favorable effects. In a study published in the […]
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-(Natural News) Somatic awareness refers to a type of mindfulness that focuses on what happens to your body. More often than not, heightened somatic awareness is often accompanied by “medically unexplained symptoms” like headaches, nausea constipation, itchy skin or sore joints. This condition is also often associated with illnesses like fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis and temporomandibular […]
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-(Natural News) People often mention that eating late at night can be quite bad for your health. However, there are certain healthy foods you can eat that can not only satisfy your cravings but can also improve the quality of your sleep. Satisfy your stomach without ruining your sleep Recent research has linked late-night eating […]
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-(Natural News) Pregnant women can add antidepressants to their laundry list of things to avoid during pregnancy. The results of a recent study revealed that babies exposed to the pharmaceutical drug fluoxetine in the womb could develop autistic-like behavior later on. The study, published in the journal Molecular Brain, also identified a potential therapy for the problem, […]
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-(Natural News) Whole grains are great for gut health, and a recent study reveals how. The researchers from the University of Eastern Finland in Kuopio and the International Agency for Research on Cancer in France found that eating whole grain rye (WGR) has a positive impact on serotonin levels in the blood. The study builds […]
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-(Natural News) The supplement 5-HTP is touted by many for its brain benefits, which include enhanced cognitive function and the treatment of depression, anxiety, and insomnia, among others. While many people believe in and advocate the use of this supplement, many also insist that there is a lack of scientific evidence to back its purported benefits. […]
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