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Life on earth is solar-powered. Our food grows thanks to sunlight, sun-grown plants release oxygen for us to breathe, and drinking water is evaporated by the sun from oceans to fall salt-free on the land. When light forms such a huge part of our existence, it’s no wonder we need to see and feel it every day. No one should underestimate the power of the light side. Why Is ... Continue Reading
Scientists are looking to gut bacteria to improve mental health, mood and cognition. This article from Huffington Post explains how targeting the gut could create a new class of psychiatric treatments. Researchers have long known that the bacteria living in your gut can “talk” to your brain. Gut microbes, which collectively make up what’s called the gut microbiome, can have a ... Continue Reading
There's a fine balance between giving your body the rest it needs to recover and taking too long a break, which negates some of the key benefits of exercise! This post from Mercola.com reveals what happens to your body when you stop exercising. Evidence shows that physical exercise helps you build a brain that not only resists shrinkage as you age but also increases cognitive ... Continue Reading
These nine mood-boosting foods will help you stave off negative thoughts while nudging your body gently away from low-level inflammation. This post from MindBodyGreen.com presents nine foods that will make you happier and healthier. Foods have a marked impact on our moods, but too many times when we’re struggling to get through the day, we reach for the very snacks that only ... Continue Reading
It almost seems like there is a pill for everything! There are advertisements on television, in magazines, at the grocery store, pharmacy, and doctor's offices. This is especially true in the area of psychotropic drugs. Western culture has a tendency to overlook the mind-body connection, and the result is the creation of modern psychiatry. In the search for the right ... Continue Reading
