Things Worth Noting
Boosting brainpower overnight is entirely possible with science-backed brain hacks that combine nootropics, neurotechnology, and simple lifestyle tweaks for peak mental performance. Natural brain supplements like caffeine paired with L-theanine deliver calm focus without jitters, Lion’s Mane mushroom promotes nerve growth and clearer thinking, and Rhodiola Rosea reduces stress to build mental endurance. Cutting-edge neurotech […]
Tetris can help treat lazy eye, or amblyopia, a condition where one eye has weaker vision because the brain favors the stronger eye. Traditional treatment involves patching the strong eye to force use of the weak one, but compliance is often low, especially in kids. Research from McGill University and others shows that playing a […]
Savant syndrome is a rare condition where individuals show extraordinary talents in areas like art, music, or memory, despite significant cognitive or developmental challenges, often linked to autism spectrum disorder. Alonzo Clemons, a renowned savant artist, exemplifies acquired savant syndrome: after a childhood brain injury left him unable to read, write, or perform basic tasks, […]
Poor posture from slouching, forward head posture, and rounded shoulders is common in our screen-heavy world, but it seriously impacts brain health and mental well-being. It restricts breathing and oxygen flow to the brain, triggers stress hormones, and shifts the nervous system into fight-or-flight mode, leading to increased gamma brain waves linked to stress. This […]
Optimizing brain performance supports memory, focus, productivity, and long-term mental health. Key strategies work by boosting neuroplasticity and cognitive reserve. Regular physical exercise, especially aerobic and strength training, increases blood flow and BDNF to strengthen memory and learning. A healthy diet like the MIND or DASH diet—rich in leafy greens, berries, whole grains, and omega-3 […]
Social media reshapes your brain through neuroplasticity, altering emotions and behavior. Algorithms exploit the reward system, releasing dopamine to create addictive patterns, especially in teens with developing brains. Mirror neurons drive emotional contagion, mirroring feelings like anger or joy from online content, shaping your mindset. Negative bias amplifies anxiety and depression, while social comparison lowers […]
Trauma reshapes the brain, prioritizing survival through changes that linger even after healing. Psychological trauma, like abuse or neglect, triggers a hyperactive amygdala, shrunken hippocampus, and weakened prefrontal cortex, leading to hypervigilance, flashbacks, and poor emotional regulation. Childhood trauma, complex trauma, racial trauma, and vicarious trauma each leave unique marks, increasing risks of PTSD, depression, […]
The connection between brain health, nerves, smartphones, electric vehicles (EVs), and electromagnetic fields (EMFs) is a hot topic. Smartphones emit radiofrequency (RF) energy, measured by SAR, with 5G raising exposure concerns. They also affect cognition via screen time and blue light, potentially altering neural pathways. EVs, powered by lithium-ion batteries, produce low-frequency EMFs from electric […]