Archive for May 2015

 

One in nine children now labeled with ADHD

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'When you understand how neural pathways are created in the brain, you get a front row seat for truly comprehending how to let go of habits. Neural pathways are like superhighways of nerve calls that transmit messages. You travel over the superhighway many times, and the pathway becomes more and more solid. You may go to a specific food or cigarettes for comfort over and over, and that forms a brain pathway. The hopeful fact, however, is that the brain is always changing and you can forge new pathways and create new habits. That’s called the neuroplasticity of the brain.' 

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'Even though we are in the midst of winter and rich comfort foods surround us – sometimes a bit of freshness can liven up the gray, snowy skies! A taste of summer can truly make any season brighter. That is why I present to you my Any Fruit Crumble. This recipe is so versatile, you can use any fruit or berry you like (for example, I used peaches in one and blueberries in another).
The sweet brightness of the fruit and the rich, decadence of the crumble makes this the perfect dessert – plus it’s grain-free! If so desired, pair it with your favorite ice cream – even in the deep freeze of winter.'

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'It sounds like a recipe for sweets, but the combination of red wine, berries, and chocolate may actually protect you against diabetes, hints the latest study out of the UK.

Researchers found this relationship after analyzing hundreds of food diaries.

Wine, berries, and chocolate are particularly rich sources of dietary flavonoids, antioxidants with well-known health benefits. And they also happen to be delicious.

Who knew diabetes prevention could taste this good?'

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'CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta is “doubling down” in his advocacy for patients to have legal access to cannabis as a therapeutic agent.