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People who exercise later in life may better protect their brain from age-related changes than those who do not, a study suggests. Continue reading »

 

Adding more color to your diet in the form of berries is encouraged by many nutrition experts.
 
The protective effect of berries against inflammation has been documented in many studies. Continue reading »

 

Exercise Boosts Self Control

Short periods of moderate exercise can boost self-control, a new study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine reports.

 

Physical activity increases blood flow and oxygen supply going to the pre-frontal cortex of the brain. This may explain the improvement in self control, suggest the researchers from VU University in Amsterdam.

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New Things May Protect Aging Brains

When it comes to protection against Alzheimer’s disease, something new could be just the thing.

 

Researchers at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) have shown that engaging in new activities may boost a molecular mechanism in the brain.

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We were happy to see Dr. David Perlmutter at the recent Integrative Healthcare Symposium in New York City. Dr. Perlmutter is a longstanding colleague of Dr. Galland, a good friend, and a frequent blogger here on Pill Advised, and today we are excited to launch the first in a series of his videos on brain health.

 

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Long-lasting Impact of Bullying

A new study shows that children who are exposed to bullying during childhood are at increased risk of psychiatric disorders in adulthood.

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