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Suppressed dopaminergic activity in a specific brain area may play a causal role in depression

Suppressed dopaminergic activity in a specific brain area may play a causal role in depression. Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a heterogenous mental illness characterized by deficits in mood and reward processing. The ventral tegmental area (VTA) of the brain plays a critical role in regulating reward processing via its projection to the nucleus accumbensContinue reading “Suppressed dopaminergic activity in a specific brain area may play a causal role in depression”

Writing a “to-do” list at bedtime may help people to fall asleep

A new study conducted at Baylor University suggests that writing a “to-do” list at bedtime may help people to fall asleep. Credit: Africa Studio/ Shutterstock.com The study, which was published in the American Psychological Association’s Journal of Experimental Psychology and involved 57 students from the University, compared sleep patterns of participants who took five minutes to writeContinue reading “Writing a “to-do” list at bedtime may help people to fall asleep”

Eat avocado at night as it contains magnesium and B vitamins

Credit: Tomboy2290 | Dreamstime Rich, creamy and flavorful, avocados are a versatile fruit that add heft and health to many dishes. While avocados have a high fat content, they are also packed with nutrients and are a great way to add healthy fat to your diet. “Avocados are very high in omega 3 fatty acids,Continue reading “Eat avocado at night as it contains magnesium and B vitamins”

How I have lucid dreams and restful sleep with deep breathing and AgeLOC Youth

Two things helped me during the last 3 nights giving me lucid dreams and restful sleep:

AgeLOC Young supplement and deep breathing (breathing in through your nose and slowly exhaling through your mouth. 

Kidneys, lungs, immune system and virus

Take care of your immune system with sleep, nutrition and other remedies such as herbs. Connie Goodpasture syndrome is a rare but serious autoimmune disease that attacks thelungs and kidneys. The disease occurs when the body’s immune system mistakenly produces antibodies against collagen in the lungs and kidneys.Nov 7, 2016 Goodpasture Syndrome Overview: Diagnosis, Symptoms, and Treatment https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/goodpasture-syndrome Pulmonary-Renal Syndrome – LungContinue reading “Kidneys, lungs, immune system and virus”

Chest pain, flu and fever

See your doctor when you have chest pain, flu and fever. Rest, hydration, and other remedies may help such as garlic-onion-chicken soup, citrus fruits, pineapple juice and massage. A virus in the lungs must be managed right away. Fit, young, old and almost every one can be attacked by the flu virus. So get careContinue reading “Chest pain, flu and fever”

Disrupted Internal Clocks Play Role in Liver Disease

Researchers discovered a combination of circadian rhythm disruption and alcohol is a destructive double hit which can lead to alcoholic liver disease.. Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, autoimmune disease and cardiovascular disease are examples of these diseases, to name just a few.

Reduce stress to slow aging and Alzheimer’s – Dementia

TIA1 is a 3’UTR mRNA binding protein that can bind the 5’TOP sequence of 5’TOP mRNAs. It is associated with programmed cell death (apoptosis) and regulates alternative splicing of the gene encoding the Fas receptor, an apoptosis-promoting protein.[1] Under stress conditions, TIA1 localizes to cellular RNA-protein conglomerations called stress granules.

How you can use your health history form to find holistic cures with a CAM doctor

A complimentary alternative or medical doctor can help you find holistic healing ways. Knowing details of your health history will allow your health care professionals and you determine the course of action toward a healthier you.

Your determination to optimize your current health and your environment will have a greater impact on your success to achieving a healthier you.

If I become your health coach, you have to work with me to motivate yourself to wake up each day with the goal of achieving maximum health.

Hormonal imbalance, lack of sleep and aging

Hormonal changes can wreak havoc on sleep. In turn, sleep deprivation can affecthormone levels in a sleepless vicious cycle. So when hormone levels spike or drop — such as during the menstrual cycle, during and after pregnancy, and especially around menopause — women may be more vulnerable to