As I always say, enjoying a glass (or two) of wine, beer, or spirits with a meal can be one of life’s greatest pleasures. And the best part of tipping one back? People who consume any type of [...]
Category: mental health
Loneliness skyrockets this brain disease risk by a staggering 91 percent
During last year’s lockdowns due to the coronavirus panic, loneliness became a bigger problem than ever. Especially among older adults. And that’s a real concern—because loneliness harms mental [...]
These two science-backed supplements can help boost your mood
Since the onset of the coronavirus shutdowns last March, depression rates in this country have soared by 300 percent. And that’s understandable, given all the economic, social, and [...]
[REVEALED] Why you shouldn’t ignore those depressive symptoms
For centuries, mental illnesses—like depression—were thought to be caused by moral failing, curses, or even demonic possession. And in some ways, these unusual theories make sense. Because if [...]
MEN: This commonly prescribed prostate drug may increase suicide risk
Millions of men in the U.S. suffer from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This is caused by a benign swelling of the prostate gland, which can obstruct urine flow and make a man’s day-to-day [...]
Five big reasons why you feel healthier and happier during the summertime
Some people consider the closing of schools in June as the start to the summer season. (That is, back in the good old days, when kids actually went into the taxpayer–funded buildings!) For [...]
The 10-minute “trick” that can lower the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and more
The coronavirus pandemic shutdowns and restrictions continue to disrupt almost every aspect of life, despite the millions of shots being doled out. And people report feeling more stressed than [...]
Study reveals six simple “DIY” steps for combatting depression
Since the onset of the coronavirus shutdowns last March, depressions rates in this country soared by 300 percent. And that’s understandable, given all the economic, social, and [...]
Optimists experience less memory decline than their doom-and-gloom peers
While I tend to think of myself as a realist, I typically to find the good in people and in situations. It’s probably also why I’ve always been drawn to the pursuit of science and medicine—and [...]
Ancient flower extract offers “significant” relief from anxiety and depression
Anxiety disorders affect about 40 million people—20 percent of the population—in the United States. And during unsettling times like these, those figures are much higher. To make matters worse, [...]