My excitement for psychiatry began with a serious enthusiasm for brain cells. I remain fascinated by the inner workings of neurons, synapses, and neurotransmitters. I remember learning in my first biology class that function is related to structure. That is, how something is built tells you a lot about what it does. The human brain is an organ of connection. Every adaptation, every facet of your mental health is built to respond to interactions with your tribe....

Your eyes can tell you a lot about your internal health. You probably need to focus on sleep quality. You might be dealing with dehydration or loss of collagen. And what about puffiness? Well, there could be multiple factors at play, some of which aren’texactlyin your control. Lying flat can also cause puffy eyes, he says, thanks to gravity. That way, gravity pulls the fluid downward, away from the eye area....

But the connection between diet and mental health goes alotdeeper than getting a little hangry now and then. About five years ago, I learned this firsthand. But as a reminder: this was my personal experience. For other people, Lyme disease can be far more severe and have subsequent mental health implications. “These days it’s common to hear food referred to as medicine. But that has all changed. What diet are psychiatrists prescribing to patients?...

The feelings of guilt, stress, and overwhelm sent me into a tailspin of anxious despair. That initial panic attack was only the beginning of my lifelong journey with anxiety. But my anxiety has never fully gone away and takes consistent stress-reducing practices to manage. Recently, I’ve learned more about the vagus nerve and its role in anxiety. Let’s talk aboutomega-3 fatty acids, shall we? What is the vagus nerve? Luckily, you canstimulate your vagus nerve, essentially training it to handle stressors better....

It is also a super moon and will include a partial solar eclipse. They’re known for bringing fateful experiences and thrusting destiny upon us, after all. “You may have to leap into a groundbreaking project with both feet. (Just be sure to set up a safety net.) As the twins explain, eclipses usher in changeand fast.

The 12 signs of the zodiac each approach relationships differently. As such, they tend to avoid commitment or feeling burdened by others. For people with an avoidant attachment style, independence is paramount. Sounds like a typical Sag, huh? Aquarius The second most likely zodiac sign to be avoidant is aloof and quirkyAquarius. Like Sag, Aquarius is extremely independent, and they’re also known for their telltale cool-and-distant personalities. As such, romantic relationships seem impractical to them....

If you could shave years off your cognitive age with a simple daily habit, would you? They then completed two cognitive tests: one measuring processing speed and anotherassessing working memory. So, the next time you have a chance to be active, take ityour brain will thank you.

So what works wonders for someone else might not have the same miraculous effects. So how can their diets be the same?" For the record, this doesn’t mean you should kick fiber to the curb. “I hate that they pitted fiber-rich [foods] against high-fermented [foods]. It’s really about the combination of the two.” Moral of the story? “I avoid dairy [in the] fall, winter, and spring.” Now, the research on dairy and inflammation is mixed....

Sometimes figuring out what’s causing your skin to act up feels impossible. Is it the weather? A new product you tried? No matter the suspicion, it can be difficult to know for sure. How internal hyaluronic acid impacts the skin The secret? Prioritize hydrationand not just externally. Most notably:hyaluronic acid supplements. See, your body is packed with hyaluronic acid, most of which is found in the skin. However, your HA bank does begin to dwindle with age....

Fruit likely isn’t the first food to come to mind if you need a bedtime snack. While they only have natural sugars, fruit still contains sugar. And isn’t itbest to avoid sugarbefore trying to fall asleep? And consuming them an hour or two before getting under the covers can help you drift off. And it’s not just the magnesium powder in that mocktail that helps you sleep. * The fruit naturally contains some melatoninthe hormone that makes you feel sleepy....

Right around the time I turned 40, I felt like I was aging at warp speed. I know I’m not alone in this experience. Thehormonal shifts of menopauseleave many women in midlife feeling frustrated, tired, and anxious. One of theprinciple regulators2of estrogen is the gut microbiome. When estrogen levels are altered, you could experience weight gain or brain fog. Increased stress:So many midlife women I talk to say they are stressed....

Here’s what to know for this new moon solar eclipseand don’t forget to check your sunandrising sign. The main motto for you right now istrustin yourself, in your path, and in the universe. Remember that Venus, your ruling planet, is retrograde right now as well. You might also make new, impactful connections under these moonbeams. Cancer How are things looking on the job front,Cancer? Leo Feeling expansive,Leo? You could literally travel, or perhaps you go the more figurative route of expanding your mind....

The 12 signs are all unique, each with its own telltale quirks and qualities. Be sure to look for your sun, moon, andrising signs, as well as yourMercuryandMars signs. (Not that they care.) Aries can thank their planetary ruler, Mars, for that. It’s the planet of war and aggression, which means Aries has no problem with conflict and confrontation. Sagittarius The second rudest zodiac sign is none other than bold and brashSagittarius....