Scientists Find Direct Link Between Brain and Immune System

By Dr. Mercola

A new discovery by a team of researchers from the University of Virginia (UVA) “may call for a reassessment of basic assumptions in neuroimmunology” (a field involved in the study of the nervous system and the immune system).

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How To Keep Your Brain Young

By Dr. Mercola

Are forgetfulness and "senior moments" inevitable parts of aging? Many medical professionals (including the doctor in CNN's news brief above) say it's perfectly normal to start having memory lapses by the time you reach middle age.

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Gardening Provides Many Health Benefits, Including Moderate to High Intensity Exercise

By Dr. Mercola
Vegetable, herb, and seed sales are booming, courtesy of a new wave of consumers who are not only concerned about the quality of their food, but who also recognize the physical, mental, and even spiritual benefits of connecting with nature.

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Green Tea May Boost Your Working Memory

By Dr. Mercola

Aside from pure water, green tea is arguably one of the healthiest beverages around, with research pointing to impressive health benefits for your heart, bones, weight, vision, and even your brain.

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Functional Health Properties of Vinegar

By Dr. Mercola

Vinegar has been produced and sold for thousands of years, dating back to before the 6th century. Vinegars flavored with fruit, honey, and malt were popular among the Babylonians, while Hippocrates used vinegar to manage wounds.

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Surprising Foods with More Sugar Than A Krispy Kreme Doughnut

Worldwide, the average person consumes 70 grams of sugar and high-fructose corn syrup per day (that’s 17 teaspoons), up 46 percent from three decades ago.

Yet, in countries like the US, Brazil, Australia and Mexico, sugar consumption is actually much higher, averaging 40 teaspoons per person per day for Americans (compared to just seven for those living in China).

11 Intelligence Killing Foods You Need To Avoid

When it comes to nutrition, it must be mentioned that there are all sorts of foods: some super-foods are your greatest allies against extra pounds, while others stimulate your cognitive function and improve your memory. >

4 Solutions for Preserving Brain Health and Preventing Alzheimer’s

Young people may not be so worried about where their minds will be 40 or 50 years from now, but it’s extremely important to preserve brain health through diet and exercise to really enjoy life at all stages. According to current 2013 statistics, more than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, with 1 in 3 seniors dying with Alzheimer’s or dementia. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Simple dietary changes along with some physical activity may be more than enough to prevent and even reverse these cognitive issues in many cases. >

Brain & Mental Health

Whether you are a student needing an extra memory boost for a tough exam, an executive juggling various projects under high pressure, or one of the 4 million elderly in the U.S. who is experiencing memory loss after 60, maintaining a strong memory is a critical part of your daily life. >