by Kelsey Asplin, ND
Preliminary study provides an interesting albeit insufficient look at the relationships between the gut microbiota, sleep, and cognition.
by Kurt Beil, ND, LAc, MPH
Spending time outdoors has many benefits, including improved memory and concentration. A new study in children uses MRI scans to demonstrate that greenspace exposure also has measurable effects on brain anatomy.
by Walter Crinnion, ND
Randomized study gives us even more reasons to tout the benefits of blueberries. They may be especially beneficial for older adults and those at risk for diabetes.
by Natural Medicine Journal
Natural Medicine Journal's publisher interviews Deborah Yurgelun-Todd, PhD, and Perry Renshaw, MD, PhD, about the research they are conducting at The University of Utah in the Neuroscience Department. They specifically describe research associated with the safety and efficacy of supplemental citicoline, as well as evaluate emerging research in this area.
by Jill Crista, ND
A fascinating review article describes in detail the many downstream effects of endocrine damage caused by traumatic brain injury, effects that manifest themselves in symptoms that may not be recognized as a consequence of brain trauma.
by Natural Medicine Journal
In this interview, naturopathic physician Carrie Decker, ND, describes some of the actions she takes with patients to help reduce the risk of developing dementia and cognitive decline. Her integrative approach includes nutritional and lifestyle assessment, assessment for common risk factors or other potential exposures, and nutritional supplementation to meet her patients individual needs.
