Bitter Taste Receptors and Their Potential Influence on Mental Health
Recent research has slowly been unraveling the complex relationship between bitter flavors and their effects on the brain and mental health.
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March 28, 2025
Holy Basil for Stress and Anxiety
Holy basil is a revered herb from India that appears to have adaptogen-type properties, helping individuals deal with stress and anxiety.
March 18, 2025
Dehydration and Mental Health
It is not uncommon for people to experience mild dehydration. And research has shown that dehydration can impair both mood and cognitive functioning.
March 2, 2025
Fish Oil and Depression: A Quick Update
For two decades, evidence has been slowly accruing that fish oil has a place in the treatment of depression. Recently, the type and dose that provides the most evidence for benefits has been starting to become more clear.
February 14, 2025
Insomnia and the Gut Microbiome
Insomnia is a common problem. Recently, research has started to suggest that insomnia may be related to a person's gastrointestinal microbiome.
December 12, 2024
Citicoline and Brain Health
Citicoline is a supplement that has a number of different effects that appear to support brain health, including in the prevention or treatment of dementia and Parkinson's disease.
October 20, 2024
Passionflower for Stress and Anxiety
Passionflower is an herb with a long history of use for stress and anxiety. The latest clinical research appears to support these claims, showing reduced anxiety levels with minimal side effects.
March 29, 2024
Serotonin and Depression
While the pharmaceutical industry has long marketed antidepressants as a cure for chemical imbalances of serotonin, the research really doesn't support the idea.
March 15, 2024
L-Tyrosine and Short-Term Stress
L-tyrosine is an amino acid that is a precursor to several neurotransmitters involved with the stress response. Research appears to suggest that it can improve performance in stressful situations.
February 16, 2024
Natural Treatments for Bipolar Disorder
Many patients with bipolar disorder have residual symptoms even with treatment. Fortunately, a number of natural approaches appear to be helpful for bipolar disorder in combination with standard treatment.
February 9, 2024
Methylene Blue and Mental Health
Methylene blue is a blue dye that may have clinical utility for treating certain mental health conditions. The strongest initial evidence suggests potential benefits for bipolar disorder.
February 4, 2024
Are We Affected by the Moon?
Numerous cultures have long assumed that the moon influences human behavior. Yet modern science has long argued that the relationship is pure superstition. However, some of the latest findings appear to show significant effects of the lunar cycle on human physiology.
January 28, 2024
Bartonella and Cat-Scratch Disease: a Potential Relationship with Mental Health
Cat-scratch disease and bartonella bacteria have research showing that they can infect the brain and central nervous system with the potential for negatively influencing mental health.
January 21, 2024
The Complex Interplay Between Smell and Memory
The sense of smell has powerful effects on memory. Research is starting to suggest that smells may have a positive impact on memory function. The effects from smell exposure training may be relevant for treating or preventing memory decline.
January 7, 2024
Green Light Therapy
While more research is needed, green light therapy may have benefits for treating mood disorders and chronic pain.
January 1, 2024
Is St. John’s Wort Effective for Depression?
St. John's wort is often touted for its ability to reduce depressive symptoms. Based on the latest research, it appears to be more effective than standard medications, although herb-drug interactions are still of potential concern.
December 22, 2023
Research on Black Seed, Mental Health and Dementia Prevention
Black seed is a common Middle Eastern spice with a long history of medicinal use. Recent research suggests potential use for mental health conditions.
December 1, 2023
Are Stomach Ulcers and Mental Health Related?
Research suggests that the main cause of stomach ulcers, infection with Helicobacter pylori in the stomach, can affect mental health.
November 19, 2023
Vitamin D and Mental Health
Vitamin D has long been known to play a role in bone health. More recently, evidence is starting to show that it may be a significant factor in the treatment of mental health.
October 19, 2023
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Depression
Depression is often a challenging condition to treat. Fortunately, newer, non-medication-based treatments appear to hold promise for reducing symptoms.
September 15, 2023