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The brain has some say in nearly every physiological process in our bodies. Through it, we perceive and make sense of the world around us as well as hold cognizant our role within it....

Anxiety and depression are two conditions that are often co-occurring. Modern research has studied several herbs and supplements for anxiety and depression, each with varying results. Here you'll find a survey of some of...

Unless you have been avoiding mainstream and social media like they're the plague lately, you have likely heard mention of both hemp and CBD oil. But do you have a clear idea of what...

There is a lot of hype surrounding therapeutic uses of CBD oil these days. It is being touted as a weight loss aid and treatment for a variety of health challenges that includes inflammation,...

Picking out a gift for friends and family isn't always easy. Coming up with gift ideas for health-conscious friends and family is even harder! The good news is that there are plenty of gifts...

Melatonin is, quite possibly, the most popular natural sleep aid on the market today. It comes in lozenges, droplets, chewables, capsules, and several other forms. Your brain releases it to naturally signal your body...

Cannabis is a plant of astonishing complexity, with more than 400 individual compounds and 100 cannabinoids – the latter being the special chemicals which make marijuana the special herb that it is. However, by...

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition commonly treated with the pharmaceutical drug named Adderall. In 2012 alone, almost 16 million prescriptions were written for this drug and roughly 115,000 were admitted to rehab due...

It's easy to appreciate that physical exercise is good for the body. Did you know that mental exercise is good for the mind? There are brain exercises to help improve memory and learning just like...

Recreational marijuana has come to America, even if some laggard State Legislators are dragging their feet. Legalization will open up many new avenues of study, as well as experience, for all things marijuana related....

Hair health sometimes slips through the cracks while other more pressing matters take center stage. Few realize just how reflective hair health can be to overall health. Nutrients that make your hair shine have...

Brain-derived Neurotropic Factor (BDNF) is a growth factor that helps maintain brain health as we age. It's similar to several other Neurotrophic Growth Factors (NGF) but offers some specific benefits to mental performance. Taking...