Category Archives: Brain Function

Parkinson’s disease is a long-term degenerative disorder of the central nervous system. While some cases can be attributed to genetic inheritance or environmental factors, the majority of cases are considered idiopathic—having no specific cause. However, chemists from Konstanz sought out to develop a complex series of experiments that examined the effects of changing a single ...click here to read more

March 26 is Purple Day for Epilepsy, a day where people come together to raise awareness. To help increase awareness of this important condition, we have compiled a list of relevant topics dealing with issues such as diabetes, cataracts, and their relation to epilepsy. Over the past eight years, purple day has become a global ...click here to read more

When it comes to medicine, we know not to take a drug that causes drowsiness during the day or before driving. The best example of this is medication for the common cold, conveniently divided into pills for the day (keeping your symptoms at bay without making you drowsy) and pills for the night (intended to ...click here to read more

Of the most common neurodegenerative diseases affecting humans, Alzheimer’s disease ranks at the top. It essentially strips a person, albeit over a long period of time, of what makes them human—robbing their cognitive abilities. Its origins are still relatively unknown—all we know is that some people have a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer’s and that other ...click here to read more

The fight against Alzheimer’s disease is one that has been raging for decades now, and unfortunately, we have only learned a limited amount in all the years of research on the subject. While it is poorly understood, we are confident that about 70 percent of the risk attributed to developing the disease is genetic. Other ...click here to read more

Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) have discovered the molecular basis and a potential treatment for inclusion body myopathy, Paget disease with frontotemporal dementia (IBMPFD) by using genetically engineered fruit flies. IBMPFD is an inherited disorder that primarily affects the brain, bones, and muscles. Individuals with the disorder show progressive muscle weakness ...click here to read more

When the blood flow to an area of your brain is inhibited, you experience a stroke. The lack of blood causes your brain cells to starve for oxygen, ultimately resulting in their death. A massive stroke, however, is more serious and results in severe brain damage or death. By massive we mean that a huge ...click here to read more

While we know how important it is to keep our body in shape, exercising our mind is just as important for preserving our brain’s health. So, how can we ensure our minds are getting the workout they need? Here are seven tips to help you keep your mind in shape. Seven tips for a healthier ...click here to read more

March is Multiple Sclerosis Month, and to help raise awareness about the condition, Bel Marra Health has gathered five of our most informative articles featuring information on an MS diet, multiple sclerosis risk factors, brain shrinkage, and more. Multiple sclerosis patients may improve working memory and brain connectivity through magnetic stimulation Researchers are reporting that ...click here to read more

March 13 to 19 was Brain Awareness Week, a global celebration launched by The Dana Alliance for Brain Initiatives. In recognition, Bel Marra Health has gathered articles with a focus on brain health that include information on blood clots in the brain, brain fog, ADHD, and more. What causes blood clots in the brain? All ...click here to read more

Aphasia and dysphasia are language-associated conditions that are caused by damage or injury to the brain; however, there is a difference between the two. Understanding these differences can lead to a greater understanding of these communication problems. If someone has aphasia, they are experiencing a total disruption of speech and comprehension, while dysphasia is a ...click here to read more

Strokes can be really frightening and recovery after one can be a lengthy process. Many patients and their family members are anxious to learn how to recover from a stroke quickly and without complications. It can be overwhelming when someone who is physically and socially active suddenly loses the ability to walk and talk clearly. ...click here to read more

During the early stages of schizophrenia and depression, doctors often have a difficult time distinguishing between the two mental health disorders. The good news is that doctors may now be steps closer to be diagnosing depression and schizophrenia with the use of a blood test. Coauthor of the study Dr. Handan Gunduz-Bruce explained, “This is ...click here to read more

Identifying an object or a sound may seem like a given, but a rare condition called agnosia is just the opposite—an inability to recognize things or faces. People with this disorder see the geometric features of an object but cannot recognize it. They can see a face, but do not recognize it. In some cases, ...click here to read more