forgetfulness

Alcohol consumption, in moderation, has been associated with positive health benefits; however binge drinking can have a significant negative impact on your mental health and performance according to recent research. Two studies were recently presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Vancouver which found that moderate alcohol consumption later in life, heavier alcohol consumption ...click here to read more

When you think of elderly individuals, the words forgetfulness or memory loss may come to mind.  Whether you like it or not, your brain ages, just as your body does.  Changes to your brain can negatively affect your memory resulting in forgetfulness which can dramatically affect your life.  As well, significant changes to your brain ...click here to read more

Parkinson’s disease is a severe condition characterized by the deterioration of the nerve cells of the brain and the rest of the central nervous system, ultimately causing problems with posture and movement, as well as memory loss or forgetfulness. The initial stages of the disease usually involve shaking of the arms and legs and a ...click here to read more

Chewing gum is considered the world’s most common habit and over 374 trillion sticks of it are made every year.  Many people use chewing gum not only for its flavor, but also to help them relax, concentrate, relieve nervous tensions, enhance memory and mental performance, lose weight and even to speed up recovery after gastrointestinal ...click here to read more

Fear, anger, depression and satisfaction are the four physiologically grounded human emotions. There are also secondary emotions such as guilt, gratitude, elation, nostalgia, love and shame, which are thought to be acquired during the process of socialization (one’s social upbringing). All of these emotions play a dramatic role in determining your mental and physical health. ...click here to read more

There’s yet another reason for smokers to consider quitting. New research indicates that there are more benefits in attempting to quit smoking than may have been originally thought. A recent study shows patients who used a nicotine patch experienced improvements in their long-term memory capabilities and other cognitive areas. The study conducted by the Vanderbilt ...click here to read more