Stress implies that there is an increased need for energy. Leptin, which is overall in charge of your body's energy spending systems, also regulates your adrenal and nervous system response to stress. When leptin systems work efficiently you have a better ability to tolerate stress, do not feel wired up or exhausted from stress, and do not eat in response...

Leptin orchestrates blood sugar and insulin metabolism through central mechanisms in your nervous system and by communicating to your pancreas to stop insulin production at the end of a meal. When these systems are running smoothly they help you maintain a healthy weight and stay on a healthy weight management program. Key nutrients in Cinnamon Plus™ and...

At least one good bowel movement per day is necessary for health. Two or three bowl movements per day are fine, but not required. If you get constipated, it is a major plumbing problem and consequently stresses all aspects of detoxification. Many times adequate fiber (Fiber Helper™) is enough to keep your bowels moving along and suggestions given in the...

Nootropics are substances found in various plants that may enhance and improve brain function in healthy individuals. They support mental sharpness, creativity, motivation, and cognitive function. Nootropics are “smart nutrients” that can be utilized at any age when you need extra support to get through mentally tough projects or to keep up with a...

Your ability to stay mentally sharp, sleep well, and support a positive mood depends in many ways upon your nerve resiliency. Quiet time, sleep, relaxation, and mental breaks aid your nerves and brain to bounce back after stress. Nutrients are also needed to prevent your nerves from becoming “fried” from stress, poor diet, alcohol, and environmental...

Central nervous system effects of prenatal selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors: sensing the signal through the noise

Mitochondria and the central nervous system: searching for a pathophysiological basis of psychiatric disorders.