I Told You So! Why the American Cancer Society Says to Stop Drinking
By Daniel G. Amen, MD When I was dating my wife, she promised me she would never say, “I told you so.” She lied. Now, it’s my turn to say it. For over 30 years, I have been telling my patients that...
View Article6 Proven Brain Benefits of Chocolate
Chocolate lovers, rejoice! As if you needed another reason to indulge in one of the world’s most popular foods, chocolate can actually be good for you and your brain. Chocolate, in its raw form, is...
View ArticleThis Is How Alcohol Disrupts Your Sleep
Most people have heard a glass of wine before bed isn’t always bad but that is false. Relying on a drink to fall asleep is an unhealthy crutch many people depend on. While alcohol can initially deepen...
View ArticleAlcohol is NOT a Health Food
Drinking red wine in moderation, and more recently alcohol, in general, has been thought of as something that can improve one’s health. The constant messaging from the alcohol industry has people...
View Article3 Worst Foods for ADHD
If you—or your child—have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), also known as attention deficit disorder (ADD), you need to watch what you eat. In fact, one of the biggest influences on our...
View Article6 Toxic Foods That Increase Mental Health Problems
In 2020, The BMJ published a study exploring the role diet and nutrition play in mental health, with the lead authors stating, “Poor nutrition may be a causal factor in the experience of low mood,...
View Article11 Tips to Stop Stress Eating During Shelter-in-Place
By Zoe Davis, MA, LMHC, MS, CNC While this is a stressful time for many, it is also an opportunity to practice mindfulness and deep compassion for ourselves and our community. Food choices may be...
View ArticleHow to Tell if You Have Body Dysmorphia
Do you love scrolling through your social media feed and seeing all your friends and family, but hate seeing pictures of yourself? Do you immediately zero in on your weight, crooked nose, or crow’s...
View Article12 Ways to Avoid Depression This Holiday Season
Many people believe that the holidays are the “most wonderful time of the year.” But for others, the holiday season is a time of stress, anxiety, loneliness, and depression. The holiday blues are real....
View ArticleHealthy Food Rules for Your Workplace
At Amen Clinics, we feel the most important asset of any company is the collective brain health of all its employees. Healthy nutrition combined with proper lifestyle choices are critical strategies...
View ArticleYour Ultimate Guide to Gut Health
Pop quiz! In which organ are 75% of the neurotransmitters in your body produced?Which organ contains 2/3 of your immune tissue?Which organ has 10 times more cells than the total number in the rest of...
View ArticleIs Your Diet Making You Depressed?
Getting proper nutrition is essential for healthy brain function and a better body. For example, studies have shown that your body works better if you eat nine servings of fruit and vegetables a day....
View ArticleGetting Your Metabolism Back on Track
So many times you hear people blame their weight on a slow metabolism. While it’s true that metabolism is linked to weight, it’s more about your food and calorie intake, as well as your physical...
View ArticleWhat Is the Role of Gut Microbiota in Alzheimer’s Disease?
The human gut has been called the “second brain,” and its network is similarly complex. More than 100 million neurons in the gut communicate with the brain (a system known as the gut-brain axis) and...
View ArticleCan Micronutrients Improve Gut Bacteria Associated With ADHD?
Researchers are increasingly making the connection between gut health and overall well-being—it contributes not only to digestive health, but also to immune response, obesity, and diseases such as...
View ArticleNeuropsychiatrists Show How to Eliminate Sugar Cravings (for Good)!
It’s 3 o’clock in the afternoon and all of a sudden, you get hit hard with a craving. You want—no, you need—a sugar fix (chocolate, cookies, cake, you name it, you’ve got to have it! You don’t want to...
View Article7 Incredible Things Intermittent Fasting Does for Your Brain
Intermittent fasting has become one of the most popular strategies for losing weight, and it’s touted as having many physical health benefits. But what does it do to your brain? Let’s take a deep...
View ArticleInsomnia Treatment
Insomnia treatment is required for many people to enjoy a standard quality of living. Up to 35% of American adults and 69% of high school students don’t get adequate sleep at night. To find the right...
View ArticleNew Research Shows the Direct Effect of Diet and Sleep on Mental Health
According to the National Institutes of Mental Health – 51 percent of the U.S. population will suffer from a mental health issue at some point in their lives. Anxiety disorders, depression, ADD and...
View ArticleCan Sugar Affect Your Cognitive Ability?
Do you enjoy drinking soda? Well, don’t be surprised if you start forgetting where you left your keys, because according to US scientists eating too much sugar can eat away at your brainpower. The...
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