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How sleep makes more room in your brain for memories

Post author By Joyce Hollman
Post date May 20, 2019

The brain has been compared to a computer. It takes in information, processes it, and stores it away in our memories. But just how does this happen? And how can we help things along? A recently published study took a close look at what’s going on in our brain when it’s at work forming permanent memories for us.

Tags Memory Support

Mental Health

3 ways group singing boosts our health

Post author By Joyce Hollman
Post date March 2, 2021

Choral groups may not be singing together much right now, but hopefully that will change soon. Because the emotional and physical health benefits science shows happens when we blend our voices are just too good to pass up…

Tags Anxiety, Cognitive Decline, Parkinson's Disease

Brain Health Healthy Mood

How to put stress to work for a better brain

Post author By Joyce Hollman
Post date December 15, 2022

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Stress is bad for you. Or is it? It certainly has its downsides, like increasing risks for conditions such as nausea, migraine, hypertension, heart disease and even cancer. But all stress is not the same and can, in fact, have the opposite effect…

Tags Cognitive Decline, Health News, stress

Healthy Living Healthy Mood Hormone Health

Dopamine levels and testing: Get your pleasure hormone back

Post author By Dr. Adria Schmedthorst
Post date February 10, 2023

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As part of the brain’s reward system, the hormone dopamine contributes to feelings of pleasure, happiness and motivation. Low levels do just the opposite and may indicate serious neurological conditions. Here’s your mind and body on dopamine…

Tags Depression, Dopamine, Mental Health, Sexual Health

Health News Healthy Mood Hormone Health Inflammation

The symptom that pushes metabolic syndrome over the edge

Post author By Carolyn Gretton
Post date January 30, 2024

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Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of five conditions that can add up to serious health threats. You only have to have three to get a diagnosis. But one surprising factor not previously connected to the syndrome has been found to act on the body to accelerate aging and damage to your health…

Tags Friday1, Inflammation, Metabolic Syndrome, stress

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The health and relationship benefits of a sleep divorce

Post author By Joyce Hollman
Post date March 21, 2024

A sleep divorce may not sound like a good thing. But sleeping separately could be great for your relationship. Here’s what experts say about the pros and cons and how to approach it so it’s a successful strategy for you, your partner, your relationship and your health.

Tags Sleep

Immune System

Can singing keep you disease-free?

Post author By Jenny Smiechowski
Post date April 11, 2016

You may not have the vocal prowess of Mariah Carey (or even Britney Spears for that matter), but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t sing. It turns out singing can deliver some serious health benefits that are well worth the embarrassment even if you have less than perfect pitch.

Fitness & Exercise

Fun one-minute core exercises that work

Post author By Debra Atkinson
Post date February 9, 2017

Are you bored with the same old core exercises? Core exercise is one of those things that you just can’t skip out on. So, if you’re begrudging them or finding your routine stale, here’s a fun and effective solution…

Fitness & Exercise

Is fitness bootcamp for you?

Post author By Debra Atkinson
Post date January 23, 2017

Bootcamp can work for you if you love group training. It’s the best for your upper body. But you may find that supplementing your bootcamp style class with a few exercises done in the weight room helps you get the best of both worlds.

Tags Weight Training

Fitness & Exercise

3 exercises to help your mind kick your body into gear

Post author By Dr. Mark Wiley
Post date September 22, 2017

Your mind is a powerful tool. When you are able to master it, not only can you experience deeper levels of awareness, but also healing of the body. Get started by integrating your mind and body with exercises that also strengthen and improve balance.

Healthy Living Healthy Mood

4 Ways to shut down a racing mind for better sleep

Post author By Dr. Mark Wiley
Post date December 20, 2017

You try to fall asleep at night, but no matter how tired you are, the racing thoughts streaming through your mind won’t stop. When the internal chatter is too much to handle or ceases to abate, it can cause mental fatigue and psychological distress. Here’s how to quiet it…

Tags Meditation