Imagine your brain as a bustling city, constantly working, processing thoughts, memories, and commands. Just like any busy city, it generates waste products. But unlike other organs with dedicated lymphatic systems for waste removal, the brain has a unique and recently discovered cleaning crew: the glymphatic system. This intricate network [...]
A new study from the University of Virginia (UVA) Health has revealed a promising connection between certain medications, known as nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs), which are typically used to treat HIV, and a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Why is this important? Globally, over 10 million new cases [...]
May is mental health month so we thought we’d take a look into a major source of mental health anxiety some of us may come across – the workplace. Stress, anxiety, and feeling overwhelmed have become alarmingly common in the workplace. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, [...]
Feeling down or anxious? The key to a more stable mood and greater happiness might lie in a powerful brain chemical called serotonin. This neurotransmitter plays a vital role in regulating our emotions, fostering feelings of well-being, and promoting restful sleep. While prescription medications can target serotonin levels, you can [...]
Alright, folks, let’s have a chat. We all know that as we gracefully (or sometimes not-so-gracefully) age, things start to change. Maybe you misplace your keys more often, or perhaps your memory isn’t quite as sharp as it used to be when you could recall every single lyric to that [...]
For athletes constantly pushing their physical limits, recovery is just as crucial as the training itself. In the relentless pursuit of peak performance, innovative recovery methods are always being explored. One such emerging trend is the use of hydrogen bath machines – devices that infuse bathwater with molecular hydrogen – [...]
