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Ayurveda and brain health. Are herbs our natural allies against inflammation?

Ayurveda and brain health. Are herbs our natural allies against inflammation?

Chronic neuroinflammation is increasingly seen as a central player in many brain diseases, from Alzheimer's and Parkinson's to autoimmune and metabolic brain disorders. When the immune system in the brain goes into frenzy and fails to shut down properly, it sets off a chain reaction that

Would you reduce screen time if it accelerated aging? Then you wanna read this ...

Would you reduce screen time if it accelerated aging? Then you wanna read this ...

Inside every human cell, our chromosomes are protected by tiny caps called telomeres. These structures shorten with age, which inevitably leads to DNA damage, cell death, and the breakdown of tissues over time. Scientists have found that the length of telomeres in white blood cells can serve as a marker

Fecal transplant as painkiller? Gut microbiota and fibromyalgia part II

Fecal transplant as painkiller? Gut microbiota and fibromyalgia part II

The bacteria living in our intestines, collectively known as the gut microbiota, may play a role in fibromyalgia, a chronic condition marked by widespread pain, fatigue, and often digestive or mood issues. Scientists have found that the gut microbiota in people with fibromyalgia differs from that of healthy individuals, and

The gut bacteria boost pain in fibromyalgia - part I

The gut bacteria boost pain in fibromyalgia - part I

Not all chronic pain has a clear cause. Some people experience persistent pain without any visible damage or disease. A leading example of unexplained pain is fibromyalgia, which impacts around 2% to 4% of the population, mostly women. Fibromyalgia causes widespread pain, fatigue, sleep problems, and memory issues. Many people

We’ve moved on, but science hasn’t - new findings on COVID-19 and the brain

We’ve moved on, but science hasn’t - new findings on COVID-19 and the brain

It's not widely known that even common infections like the flu or a cold can enter the fluid surrounding the brain—the cerebrospinal fluid. This is one of the reasons why people feel sick and exhausted, and develop headaches during viral infections. Many viruses have the potential to

How on earth is the brain involved in itching?

How on earth is the brain involved in itching?

Yes, there is neuroscience in the skin and yes, there is a Brain-Skin axis. That nervous system seems to pop up everywhere, and recent research shows how the nervous system is deeply involved in - and can amplify the itching. More than just a skin condition One of the most

The science of loneliness

The science of loneliness

Loneliness is an issue that has received significant attention from both media and public health campaigns. Recent research suggests that well-meaning efforts to raise awareness about loneliness may worsen the problem. Specifically, these campaigns might shape how people think about being alone in ways that fuel loneliness rather than ease