Ever contemplated what role food plays in brain function? While it’s no secret that what we eat affects the way we look and feel, physically and emotionally; according to researchers, our dietary decisions also impact brain functions like memory and productivity. In fact, according to a 2010 study, by consuming foods rich in antioxidants, good […]

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Even if you haven’t seen the movie, Limitless, the premise is that a “super pill” can help you smarter, think quicker, react faster and overall be a genius. Even though that’s Hollywood and there’s no real magic pill to do that, we do have mother nature to look to if we want our brains to […]

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The brain is a muscle that must be used on a constant basis to keep it functioning at a high level. If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it. Brain plasticity refers the brain’s ability to change at any age. Whether we’re young or old, our most prized possession next to our heart can be shaped […]

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  Just like people aren’t born with physical strength, no one is blessed with incredible mental strength at birth. Instead, mental strength is developed over time by individuals who choose to make personal development a priority. In addition to avoiding the things that could hold them back, mentally strong people create healthy habits that assist […]

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For centuries, science has been trying to prove or disprove the power of prayer. Now a new study of MRI brain scans shows that there is power in prayer, or meditation. Not just spiritual power, but actual physical healing power. The study says prayer is essentially a workout for the brain, whether you are a […]

If you are an avid music lover like myself, you most likely woke up this morning with a song floating around in your mind. That song followed you through your daily routines, rolling around in your head like the apple in your lunch bag, causing you to hum along and maybe even dance a bit […]

If you are an avid music lover like myself, you most likely woke up this morning with a song floating around in your mind. That song followed you through your daily routines, rolling around in your head like the apple in your lunch bag, causing you to hum along and maybe even dance a bit […]