Self help techniques using the ancient secrets of Traditional Chinese Medicine
September 20, 2021
Joe Brady
When you are physically active your brain releases a neurotransmitter hormone called nor-epinephrine, “the happiness and contentedness hormone”. This is part of how the brain regulates its own moods. We were designed to live an active vigorous life, and when we do, we feel better, sleep better, have more energy, and scientists are finding that…
September 7, 2021
Joe Brady
The relaxation response is the opposite of the stress response. Relaxation techniques are practices to help bring about the body’s “relaxation response,” which is characterized by slower breathing, lower blood pressure, and a reduced heart rate. Some of the studies discussed in this article compare relaxation techniques to cognitive behavioral therapy. Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a…
August 29, 2021
Joe Brady
Anxiety is a feeling of worry, nervousness, or fear about an event or situation. It’s normal for people to feel anxious in response to stress. Sometimes, however, anxiety becomes a severe, persistent problem or is an anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders are generally treated with psychotherapy, medication, or both. Several mind and body practices (also referred…
August 24, 2021
Joe Brady
Whole-person health involves looking at the whole-person, not just separate organs or body systems—and considering multiple factors that promote either health or disease. It means helping and empowering individuals, families, communities, and populations to improve their health in multiple interconnected biological, behavioral, social, and environmental areas. Instead of treating a specific disease, whole-person health focuses…
August 3, 2021
Joe Brady
If you have not gained at least a little weight during the long march through the COVID pandemic you are quite unusual. Most of us have gained at least a few pounds that we would like to get rid of. We like to think, and are led to believe that losing weight is a complicated…
July 18, 2021
Joe Brady
Misinformation about health is widespread. It’s hard to know whether something you saw online—or heard from a friend—is trustworthy. Learning about the science of health can help. The more you understand, the better prepared you will be to distinguish health facts from myths. Our Know the Science toolkit has a variety of materials to help…
July 6, 2021
Joe Brady
The Benefits of Living Moment by Moment from the National Institutes of Health En españolSend us your comments(link sends e-mail) Paying attention to what’s going on right this second can be hard. We often spend more time thinking about what’s coming up in the future. Or dwelling on things in the past we can’t change….
June 28, 2021
Joe Brady
We all have an interest in living in a healthier world. When it comes to living a long and healthy life medical science is important but healthy communities are crucial. We take our cues from the people around us, from the businesses we frequent to the activities that we enjoy to our families and friends…
June 14, 2021
Joe Brady
Research has shown that several mind and body practices, including acupuncture, mindfulness-based stress reduction, progressive muscle relaxation, spinal manipulation, tai chi, and yoga, may be helpful for chronic low-back pain. These practices are generally considered safe when used appropriately. However, that doesn’t mean they are risk-free for everyone, choose a well-qualified instructor and use your head. Low-back pain is…
June 8, 2021
Joe Brady
Join us as Dr. Richard J. Davidson examines recent scientific research on the neuroscience of positive psychology and the effect of mindful meditation practices that strengthen the positive aspects of human psychology. Comparisons of different types of meditation practices have been shown to have various effects on the health of both mind and body. Dr….