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85What are Neurons and how do they Communicate?
A discussion on neurons and neurotransmitters, covering the parts of the neuron, how neurons activate and communicate with each other (from resting to action potential), the basic types of neurotransmitters (acetylcholine, dopamine, endorphin, gamma amino butyric acid or gaba, norepinephrine and serotonin), and how agonist and antagonist drugs mimic and block the effects of neurotransmitters on behavior.
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82Nourish Your Brain
As we age our bodily functions deteriorate. We might not be as flexible as we have been in our forties or fifties. Our brain is aging, as well. And while wisdom is generally attributed to old age, it is old...
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81What is MSG and Why is it Bad for Your Health?
There is much controversy over the food additive known as monosodium glutamate (MSG). Many health conscious consumers today are asking the question “what is MSG?” MSG, is a salt derived from glutamic acid...
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77The Signs of Serotonin Deficiency Syndrome
Serotonin is a key neurotransmitter in the regulation of mood, sleep cycles and so much more. Deficiencies in this essential brain chemical can be caused by a wide range of factors including not getting...
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87Homeopathic Treatments In Bipolar Disorder
“I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder over 15 years ago. During that time I’ve tried many different medications such as Paxil, Prozac, Wellbutrin, Depakote, Risperdal, Seroquel, Lamictal, and...
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68Effect of Classical Music on the Brain.
Classical music affects the brain’s organization and abilities, through its melody and rhythm. The rhythm raises the level of serotonin produced in your brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter, involved in...
0 comments76Supplements That Boost Serotonin Levels
Neurotransmitters are essential chemicals in the brain which are required for the proper transmission of impulses to the correct centers that allow a person to feel emotions or think thoughts. Of the...
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74Understanding depression and anxiety
Here is a general overview of the physiological process of depression/axiety.
0 comments71What Lowers Serotonin Levels?
Serotonin is a key neurotransmitter that affects a person’s mood, ability to sleep, energy level and so much more. Like most other biological components, a proper balance must be struck between serotonin...
0 comments77The Dangers of 5-HTP
Neurotransmitters are the chemicals within the brain that transmit impulses related to emotion and thought to the brain; should an imbalance in neurotransmitters occur there can be all manner of symptoms...
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