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As new research reveals a link between vitamin D and COVID-19, finding natural ways to get sufficient levels of vitamin D becomes more vital to our health. Why is Vitamin D Important? In some areas of research, the to endeavor to prove the efficacy of vitamin D in promoting physical and emotional health is still underway. For instance, we know...

Mental health issues are some of the least-understood medical conditions. Unlike many physical health issues that present with a clear path for treatment, individuals who suffer from mental health concerns are often not able to find ways to alleviate their symptoms. One promising field of research based on the newly discovered link between mitochondria and anxiety examines how the functioning...

It's far too common for most people to overlook, or minimize, the importance of mental health, unless they have been diagnosed with a specific emotional disorder. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become evident that social isolation affects mental health; this makes it even more important to find new ways to connect with others to maintain mental and emotional clarity...

Every May is designated Mental Health Month as a means of raising awareness about the importance of taking care of your emotional and psychological health. The link between COVID-19 and depression is becoming more apparent, making it essential to learn how to lower your risks for depressive episodes naturally. How are COVID-19 and Depression Linked? Depression is always a timely...

In the United States alone, one out of five adults suffers from some type of mental illness, although countless others go undiagnosed. In fact, many people ignore their mental health until theyy develop a serious condition that affects their day-to-day lives. May is Mental Health Month, making this a perfect time to learn about natural ways to ensure you remain...

Multiple research studies have now confirmed that the compound resveratrol supports healthy aging by protecting the body from a host of potential issues. Read on for more information about what resveratrol is, how you can incorporate this powerful naturally-occurring compound into your diet and how it can help you to lead a healthier and longer life. What is Reservatrol? Reservatrol is...

As the COVID-19 coronavirus continues its march across the world, many people are dealing with stress, anxiety and depression. It is no surprise that the fear and panic that comes with the news of this global pandemic is leading to stress and mental health struggles. If you feel your mental health is being affected, it is important to know that...

The National Sleep Foundation estimates that roughly 40 percent of Americans experience some difficulty sleeping each year. In addition to affecting physical conditions, such as heart health and diabetes, a lack of sufficient sleep is also known to affect mental health, instigating depression and anxiety. In new studies, a focus on nutrition has suggested that diet affects sleep and mental...

Blue Monday is coming, with a flurry of media attention promoting this day as the most depressing of the year. News sites point to this day as the time when post-holiday fatigue, debt and poor weather converge to bring our collective moods to an annual low. However, depression and other mental-health issues are more than a once-yearly phenomenon for many...

Tryptophan, a compound found in turkey, is often erroneously blamed for that sleepy feeling you get after eating a big Thanksgiving meal. It may surprise you to learn that while tryptophan does start off a chain of reactions that results in the release of melatonin, the "sleep hormone," there is actually less tryptophan in turkey than in many other commonly...