Think Tank: The Neuro Blog
How does nootropic energy gum fuel your brain?
The word “nootropic” originates from Greek, where “noos” means “mind.” Nootropics is the term used to describe supplements designed to safely enhance our cognitive abilities. These supplements are currently available in many forms, and have been steadily gaining popularity due to their positive effects on brain function.
Learn moreThe benefits of drinking green tea
Green tea is one of the most popular beverages worldwide. The ancient tradition of drinking green tea originated more than one thousand years ago in China, and quickly became popular throughout Asia and the rest of the world. Although black tea and green tea are made from the leaves of the same plant, they are processed quite differently. In contrast to the production of black tea, the leaves used...
Learn moreWays to keep your brain sharp and healthy at all times
Our brains are truly incredible organs with seemingly endless capabilities and, according to researchers, remain plastic for the entire durations of our lives. Neural plasticityis the concept that refers to the brain’s ability to reorganize itself by forming new connections between brain cells. It is a process that takes place in the brain all throughout our lifespans and helps us learn new things...
Learn moreVitamin B-12 Deficiency and how to avoid it
Vitamin B12 deficiency is no laughing matter. When you’re low on B12, things start to go wrong in the body and it can be debilitating. B12 is not only a vegan issue, contrary to popular belief. Like vitamin C, the body doesn’t naturally make its own B12, so it has to be obtained through food. Deficiency risk also increases with age.
Learn moreWhat’s the Real Deal With Energy Drinks?
There are a lot of ways to get an energy hit, but how many of us stop to consider the other effects of that sticky liquid? When we’re overtired and having a demanding day, it’s tempting to grab the nearest thing promising to do the trick; quite often that’s an energy drink or espresso, as those are available on practically every block.
Learn moreLive Bold and Dismiss the Haters
Naysayers and haters. It’s a real shame. You’re struck with envy. You make excuses. You are resentful. You aren’t hustling to make it happen. You throw shade in attempt to rationalize your inadequacy and mediocrity. Your pride keeps you numb in your tracks and unable to click the “like” button to support an individual who once was a crucial piece in keeping the ball...
Learn more5 Habits for Cultivating Improved Mental Focus
Modern living and increasingly competitive working conditions are a recipe for both stress and fragmented attention span. Combine these with technology addictions and multiple social media accounts and you can see why mental focus becomes a challenge.
Learn moreSix Life-Changing Strategies to Build Resilience and Increase Happiness
Recently, the World Health Organization has identified stress as “the global health epidemic of the 21st century”. We live and work in fast-paced environments, and the feelings of being overwhelmed and burned out are now quite common among us. We all desire to be happy, and yet happiness remains one of the most elusive of all human emotions.
Learn moreIgnite Your Brilliance
I have tuned into a realm of the mind in which visual compartments appear as choices, and I all I have to do is choose. I perceive that when individuals seek to dig deep, there is a locus of pain and distinct rhythm that emerges and morphs into a celebration of the mental images and their reverberations. That is okay.
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