Articles Tagged with ''brain''

A growing body of medical research at leading universities and government laboratories suggests that processed foods and sugary drinks are not simply unhealthy. They can hijack the brain in ways that resemble addictions to cocaine, nicotine and other drugs.

Good digestive health may help to regulate and reduce stress in the brain, according to a recent study out of University College Cork.

A new study says deficiencies of Vitamin B12 might be responsible for declining brain function in older adults.

Low vitamin B12 levels may be to blame for some cases of poor memory and cognitive decline in the elderly, a new study suggests.

Nawgan Products LLC, the makers of Nawgan, a functional brain health beverage, and Japan's Kirin Holdings announce Kirin's investment in the LLC. The investment represents Kirin Holdings' minority interest in Nawgan Products LLC and will fund growth initiative plans throughout North America. Kirin Holdings is among the world leaders in beer and other beverage production, with annual sales of $25 billion.

For the first time, researchers at McMaster University have conclusive evidence that bacteria residing in the gut influence brain chemistry and behavior.

Formulations promoting brain and nervous system health have been largely applied in baby food and formula products; however, there has been an increased focus on adult food and drink products making these claims in the past few years.