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According to a Mendelian randomization study, light-to-moderate intake of alcohol helps reduce the risk of dementia as well as clean the brain off toxins including the ones associated with Alzheimer’s disease. This may be good news for the lovers of the ”demon drink” but you have to be aware of the adverse effects of excessive consumption of ethanol on the central nervous system too. The basic rule in the study is simple, “low dosage of alcohol is potentially beneficial in boosting brain health especially in reducing inflammation and getting rid of waste.”  The brain usually gets rid of waste through a unique cleaning process known as a glymphatic system which is more active while sleeping according to the research. This is actually one of the reasons why sufficient sleep is very important for better brain health. According to the research, the system may be affected by such conditions as stroke and trauma but, regular exercising is recommended to help improve it. A glass of wine on a daily basis has also been proved to help with reducing the risks associated with dementia in human beings. The University of Rochester Medical Center published everything about this study explaining the impact a small […]

You want to lose weight and would like to keep your body in a healthy shape, but workouts feel like, well, work. As a result, your brain negatively associates physical exercise with grueling, sweaty, constant time checking slogs in the gym. What if you could change that? What if exercise can be fun, engaging and help you lose weight? We previously recommended on Sound Health Doctor doing exercises which engage multiple muscle groups and engage your cardiovascular system. So, check out our list of 5 activities that will forever change your brain to associate exercise with fun. Swimming The definitive total body workout, with exercises for all your muscle groups, is excellent for those looking to trim their bodies with a low impact aerobic workout. U.S. News Health explains that swimming, works your arms, legs, glutes and core, and is easy on your joints as there is no contact with hard surfaces. Low-cost and effective, all you need is access to a pool year-round and whether outdoors or indoors you’ll enjoy yourself at the same time. The butterfly stroke burns the most calories with breaststroke and freestyle a close second. CrossFit The sport combines bodyweight exercises, Olympic weightlifting, gymnastics and cardio all in […]