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Brain & Cognition

Can Peppermint Tea Make You Smarter?

Want to be smarter? What if a simple cup of herbal tea could do the trick? Turns out, maybe it can!

An intriguing recent finding is that many plants in the mint family are great for enhancing cognition. Proven mints include rosemary, sage, lemon balm, and peppermint.

Several studies have shown that inhaling peppermint aroma or consuming peppermint improves cognition, memory and attention.

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D Won’t Stand for Dementia
Brain & Cognition

D Won’t Stand for Dementia

Two major new studies link vitamin D to dementia prevention. One found that low vitamin D levels were associated with a 54% higher risk of dementia, while the other showed that people who supplemented with vitamin D had a 40% lower risk of developing the disease. These findings highlight vitamin D’s powerful potential to support long-term brain health.

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Natural Help for Schizophrenia
Brain & Cognition

Natural Help for Schizophrenia

A new study suggests vitamin D and probiotics may help improve cognition in people with schizophrenia. Participants who took both for 12 weeks showed significant gains on cognitive tests—offering a safe, simple way to support brain health.

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Preventing Cognitive Decline
Brain & Cognition

Preventing Cognitive Decline

As we age, memory can decline—but it’s not inevitable. Research shows that diets like the Mediterranean and MIND diets, rich in omega-3s, leafy greens, and berries, can help protect brain health. Supplements like curcumin, phosphatidylserine, and fish oil may also support clearer thinking and better memory.

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