Less than seconds after the word “NO” is uttered, dozens of stress-producing hormones and neurotransmitters erupt in the speaker’s and listener’s brain, says Andrew Newberg, former director of The University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Spirituality and the Mind, and Mark Waldman, an associate research fellow. Those chemicals immediately disrupt the normal functioning of the brain,…
Negativity Might Harm Your Brain More Than You Think, 3 Tips to Help
Passionflower—Ancient Herbal Remedy Used for Calming the Body
Common Names: passionflower, maypop, apricot vine, maracuja, water lemon Latin Names: Passiflora incarnata Background Passionflower is a climbing vine that is native to the southeastern United States and Central and South America. Native peoples of the Americas used passionflower as a sedative. Sixteenth-century Spanish explorers in South America learned of passionflowers. The plant was then brought to Europe, where it became…
Healing Herbs for Anxiety
Anxiety is a natural and normal response to danger and challenging situations—most of the time. Our ability to feel anxious helps us to react and prepare for life events. It’s perfectly normal, for example, to feel concerned that winter is coming. So we put snow tires on the car, save some extra funds for home…
5 Foods to Eat for Better Mental Health
Looking beyond the enjoyment of a fantastic meal, there is a (science-backed) connection between what you eat and your mental wellness. Turns out, certain foods and nutrients have the potential to improve your mental health–and even serve as a complement to therapy for depression and anxiety if those are conditions you experience. Here are five…
The Dire Connection Between Diet and Obesity, Depression, and Anxiety
The link between obesity and mental health disorders is more significant than most people realize, and one physician researcher has been working to better understand the reasons. Obesity has become epidemic, with the average American man now weighing 198 pounds—up from 166 in the 1960s—and the average American woman weighing 170 pounds—up from 140 in…
New Study: Majority of Working Parents Are Burned Out—But This Diet Helps
October 7, 2022
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Parenting is an all-consuming, life-long commitment, and two-thirds of working-class parents are exhausted. It is a nearly impossible lifestyle, to work full-time and be a parent full-time, so in some cases the parent either quits their job or has little or no time for their children. As a result, what is known as “working parental…
Eating Well: 5 Things Dietitians Eat When They Want to Boost Their Mood
September 29, 2022
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You probably already know that what you eat and drink can influence your mental wellness. From daily stressors to anxiety, depression, ADHD and chronic stress, the nutrients you put into your body have the potential to help, or hinder, how you feel and think. With this in mind we asked a handful of dietitians what…
Survey: Many Hong Kong Secondary School Students Suffer From Symptoms of Depression, Anxiety and Stress
September 29, 2022
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A survey in Hong Kong found that about 36 percent of secondary school students have moderate or above moderate symptoms of depression, and nearly 10 percent are considered very serious. More than half of the secondary school students had symptoms of anxiety, and about 56 percent of the students had symptoms of stress to varying…
What is Cat Anxiety?
Cat anxiety is a serious issue and should never be ignored. Untreated cat anxiety can result in unwanted behaviors and health issues. Learning not only what is cat anxiety but also how to treat it, is important for both you and your cat. Symptoms of Cat Anxiety According to PetMd, common signs of cat anxiety can…
A New Type of Anxiety Is Plaguing American Children
Commentary The children of America are becoming more anxious. From Boston to Bakersfield, childhood anxiety is on the rise. Of all the emotions American children are experiencing today, anxiety appears to be the most prevalent. This has been the case for years. However, due to climate alarmism and doomsday predictions of eco-evangelicals, a new type of anxiety has gripped the minds of America’s…
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