Category Archives: Brain Function

Experiencing a headache while sleeping can be frustrating, as the pain may prevent you from getting adequate rest and negatively impact the upcoming day. The most common type of headaches that occur at night or during sleep are cluster headaches and migraines, as well as hypnic (or “alarm clock”) headaches that awaken the sufferer at ...click here to read more

Sleep paralysis refers to the sensation of being unable to move at the onset of sleep or when waking despite being mentally awake. This condition can be frightening and disorienting and may be accompanied by hallucinations, the feeling of suffocation, a lowered heart rate, and feeling as though you are being dragged around. Continue reading ...click here to read more

Nearly half of the individuals who suffer from a stroke also experience fatigue as a side effect in the days after. These findings are according to a recent study published in the journal Clinical Rehabilitation, which provides the most accurate glimpse of the connection between stroke and fatigue in recent years. While stroke survivors have ...click here to read more

Brain training games may be effective for treating nerve damage caused by chemotherapy, according to a new study. Ninety-six percent of cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy experience chronic chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) within the first month of beginning treatment. This condition causes symptoms such as burning, tingling, pain, loss of feeling, and most commonly occurs in ...click here to read more

A new study led by the University of Glasgow has found that abnormal sleeping habits may increase the risk of obesity in individuals who are genetically susceptible to being overweight. The study was based on data gathered from the UK Biobank and highlights that while genetics play a substantial role in obesity, lifestyle habits can ...click here to read more

Migraine sufferers may soon have a drug-free alternative to help treat their intense pain and it comes in the form of a wireless patch. The patch works by producing electric impulses that are emitted through rubber electrodes and block pain signals from reaching the brain. At the onset of a migraine, users can control the ...click here to read more

A recent study has found an association between autoimmune diseases and a higher risk of developing dementia. Autoimmune diseases cause a person’s immune system to attack their body, and common examples include psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, and Crohn’s disease. The study revealed that 18 out of 25 different autoimmune diseases studied “showed a statistically significant association ...click here to read more

It may sound strange, but sleeping on the floor may actually improve your health and alleviate back pain. The hard surface of the floor can provide your spine with a level of support it can’t get from a soft mattress, but to reap the benefits, it must be done right. Continue reading to learn about ...click here to read more

In case you missed it, here is Bel Marra Health’s insomnia update, featuring information on what causes insomnia, natural cures for insomnia, as well as some medical conditions that may make it worse such as asthma, stroke, heart attacks and sleep apnea. Insomnia causes, symptoms, and natural remedies to sleep well without sleeping pills What ...click here to read more

The virtual reality technology that has been popularized by video games may also be of use to doctors in treating patients with a variety of mental health issues. A technology firm from Lithuania that currently develops mobile applications has asserted that the use of virtual reality technology may be effective in treating mental health issues ...click here to read more

New research has found an association between seniors who suddenly begin sleeping longer hours and an increased risk of dementia. Older adults who began sleeping more than nine hours a night saw their risk of developing dementia later in life more than double, while those who found they suddenly needed more sleep and did not ...click here to read more

Numbness or tingling in the head, known as head paresthesia, may refer to the feeling of pins and needles in the head and could be accompanied by a burning sensation and partial numbness. This tingling may also spread down to the face, ears, mouth, tongue, and neck, and it can be quite unsettling. To learn ...click here to read more

In a study recently presented at the American Heart Association’s International Stroke Conference 2017, researchers found that the loss of collateral vessels—which reroute blood flow when arteries narrow—can be prevented by exercise. This network of blood vessels reduces in number and narrows in diameter as we age, negatively affecting its function of rerouting blood flow. ...click here to read more

While the benefits of probiotics have been widely touted—encouraging people to consume yogurts and kefir in order to get their dose of good bacteria—new research has found that another form of gut-health agent, prebiotics, can also improve your overall health and well-being. Prebiotics function as food for healthy gut bacteria and have been found to ...click here to read more