Michael Sellar is a British writer who has spent over 30 years in the natural health industry. He has worked as a consultant nutritionist, lecturer to natural health professionals, newsletter editor, and writer. He also created and managed a website for twenty years promoting the work of natural therapists in his local community. He lives in rural England.
Research on the brain keeps offering up unusual results that surprise researchers.An example of what I’m talking about is a study at MIT that involved flashing lights into the eyes of animals. The
Discover the crucial link between high blood pressure and dementia risk. Learn how lifestyle changes, healthy diets, and proper lifestyle can prevent dementia.
Your gut is filled with multiple strains of microbes—both good and bad. Research over many decades has shown that it’s vital they’re kept in balance to keep the brain and the body in good working
Until I started to learn more and more about how specific nutrients affect the brain, I never fully appreciated how the liquids we drink affect the way memory works.And while many professional
A new non-invasive brain scan can predict dementia up to nine years before diagnosis with over 80% accuracy.
Discover how early adulthood inflammation can cause midlife brain fog and cognitive decline. Learn effective anti-inflammatory strategies.
The race to find a test that can reveal Alzheimer’s at an early stage has been heating up for years, with several blood tests leading the field (at least four of which we’ve told you about in this
Infants need specific nutrients for their developing brains to thrive. The same holds true for the aging brain.What’s more, a deficiency of one such nutrient has been shown for the first time to
Discover groundbreaking research on cellular aging and how to use nutrients to maintain cell membrane integrity and prevent diseases like Alzheimer's.
While you may know that exercise promotes better brain function, one type of exercise may be especially effective for preserving your memory and thinking ability.I realize “exercise” is a four-letter
The Alzheimer’s Association says these are the top 6 strategies to help you prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
To stay mentally fit, you need to stay physically fit.But for those suffering from dementia, aerobic exercise and strength training may be beyond them. Fortunately, an easy exercise program is now
Discover how financial health and brain health are interconnected. Learn how cognitive decline can lead to poor financial decisions.
As a 65-year-old, I’m resigned to not being as fresh and pretty as someone in their twenties. Looking in the mirror can be a bit depressing, but I don’t dwell on it.But it gets to some people in a
Listening to music can reduce stress, boost immunity, and improve cognitive skills. But if you want an even bigger mental boost, learn to play an instrument.Best of all, you don’t even have to be a
One of the fastest growing ‘super-aged’ societies in the world is Taiwan. By 2026, over 20 percent of the population in Taiwan is expected to be over 65.This senior surge will drive medical costs
If you’re like many people today, you regularly listen to a podcast series or an audiobook.Let me ask you, after you've finished listening to the story, how much of it do you remember?If you recall
When brain fog leaves you feeling sluggish and unfocused a large part of the time it can make you irritable, disorganized, anxious and fatigued. In fact, it can make for a very low quality of
Shopping for food when you're hungry is never a good idea. It’s no surprise that candy bars and chocolate fudge cake are hard to resist when your stomach is rumbling.But fascinating new research into
One neurologist -- renowned for helping people with dementia and other neurological disorders -- says restoring the gut is the key to restoring memory.David Perlmutter, M.D. is well known to most of
Parkinson's disease can begin in the gut. Scientists are improving the gut microbiome-- the bacteria in your gut--and Parkinson's symptoms with poop.
The market for energy drinks has exploded in the last decade.Promoted by sports stars, these drinks are said to not merely boost energy, but improve physical function and supply mental focus, too.
Almost half of the adult population in the United States will experience a mental illness at some point in their lives, and one out of four will suffer a mental disorder in any given year, although
Normally I don’t like to give away the punchline until I’m well into the story. But today the news is so important, I’m going to answer the question in the headline right away: Heartburn/acid reflux
For some, retirement is like jumping off a cliff, with structureless days and a loss of identity that fills them with a sense of dread.But for others, retirement can’t come quickly enough. They take
Do you look good in clothes but not so alluring in the buff? Maybe it comes down to a condition called sarcopenic obesity, or more commonly, 'skinny fat'.I’d never heard of this, but it’s fascinating
Discover how repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can boost cognitive function, improve memory, and maybe one day treat Alzheimer's disease.
Discover how engaging in hobbies like puzzles, reading, and games can help slow memory decline, even in individuals with mild cognitive impairment.
Discover how extra virgin olive oil can protect your memory and lower the risk of dementia-related death by 28% in Harvard research.
Boost your brain's energy by 14% with the supplement citicoline, backed by groundbreaking research from University College London.
Discover how Ecklonia cava, an antioxidant-rich seaweed, shows promise in preventing Parkinson's disease.
Harvard research links this kind of red meat to a higher risk of dementia and cognitive decline.
These days almost everyone knows that when elderly adults struggle with forgetfulness, have difficulties solving problems and get confused about dates or places, it could be the warning signs of
Discover the common, little-known condition often misdiagnosed as dementia. Up to half of those at specialized memory clinics have this instead.
Mayo Clinic researchers discover Limbic-Predominant Amnestic Neurodegenerative Syndrome (LANS), a memory disorder that mimics Alzheimer’s.
Nighttime light exposure is a newly identified risk factor for Alzheimer's, especially in those under 65. Here's what to do to protect yourself.
Have you ever walked into a room but can't remember why? Hunted for your reading glasses, only to find them perched on the top of your head? Drew a blank when you tried to recall a computer
A new study reveals a sharp increase in early-onset Alzheimer's cases among younger adults aged 30-64, nearly doubling in incidence over a decade.
Discover how managing two newly identified risk factors—untreated vision loss and high LDL cholesterol—can significantly reduce the risk of dementia.
We've been getting some real health shocks in recent years.The first came when studies showed people with high cholesterol are smarter, have a reduced risk for dementia and live longer.Then three
Discover how white matter hyperintensities (WMHs), seen as bright spots on brain scans, may cause Alzheimer’s and how to prevent them easily.
Discover the surprising impact of an inner voice-- or lack thereof-- on memory and cognitive function.
Discover how KIBRA, a crucial protein for memory, shows promise in restoring lost memories. Learn how to boost KIBRA with butyrate-rich foods.
Discover how targeting the brain's weakest links can help prevent memory loss. Learn about the "last in, first out" (LIFO) network hypothesis.
Discover how to distinguish normal age-related memory changes from Alzheimer’s. Learn if it's signs of typical cognitive decline or something else.
Some events from decades ago are crystal clear, while recent events can be fuzzy and difficult to recall. Why? The reason can help you sharpen your memory.
Study shows having a "brainy" occupation can save your memory. What researchers discovered can help you prevent memory loss no matter your profession.
Discover how spending time in green spaces can improve cognitive health, and even reduce Alzheimer’s risk for those with a genetic predisposition.