Health aNd Fitness Guide

Stop the music. The few seconds of quiet between symphonic movements or song tracks actually engage your brain more than the music itself, say researchers at McGill University and Stanford University of medicine. “It’s a moment when the brain can enjoy what you have already heard and anticipate what you will hear next”, says Stanford → Continue reading »

Be curious and involved; commit to lifelong learning. Read, write, work on crosswords or other puzzles. Attend lectures and plays. Enrol at a local adult education centre, community college or other community groups. → Continue reading »

A growing number of scientists are pointing out that our bodies constantly generate electrical pulses as part of their normal functioning. They maintain that incoming radiation from modern technology may be fouling those signals. → Continue reading »

Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera): demonstrates anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in the laboratory; enhances tolerance of stress. Brahmi (Herpestis monniera): improves motor skills as well as the ability to learn and retain information. Shankha pushpin (Convolvulus pluricaulis): an effective brain tonic; it boosts memory. → Continue reading »

Consume a low-fat diet. Reduce intake of linoleic acid found in margarine, butter, and dairy products. Eat cold-water fish (tuna, salmon, and mackerel) rich in omega-3 fatty acids, at least two to three times a week. → Continue reading »