Fasting is good for the brain?

My Mother Says that Mark Mattson, Neuroscientist, has done some fascinating studies on what Fasting does for your body and brain. Intermittent fasting enhances the ability of nerve cells to repair DNA Fasting stimulates the production of new nerve cells from stem cells in the hippocampus. He also mentions ketones (an energy source for neurons), and how fasting stimulates the production of ketones and that it may … Continue reading Fasting is good for the brain?

10 habits of intelligent & successful people

The Huffington Post has written a nice piece on the ten habits of the most intelligent and successful people… My favourite one is nr. 8 “They know when to disconnect”. My Mother Says that if we don’t disconnect we risk living our lives in one big adrenaline rollercoaster where our bodies are constantly in Fight or Flight mode. A Fight or Flight state of being is … Continue reading 10 habits of intelligent & successful people

My favorite poem

This is my favorite poem and so incredibly relevant to a modern day lifestyle. This came far before “Mindfulness” came in vogue. This poem is practical, honest and beautiful… Max Ehrmann, Desiderata, 1952. Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth … Continue reading My favorite poem

How toxic are your household cleaning supplies? 

Commercial cleaning products contribution to indoor pollution. Some cleaning products are in fact a few of the most toxic products in our homes. Some cause skin or respiratory irritation, watery eyes, or chemical burns, while others are associated with chronic, or long-term, effects such as cancer.The most acutely dangerous cleaning products are corrosive drain cleaners, oven cleaners, and acidic toilet bowl cleaners. Combining products that … Continue reading How toxic are your household cleaning supplies? 

Brilliant life lessons from Blackrock’s Bryon Wien

Here are some lessons from Blackrock’s Bryon Wien from his 80 years of life. Simple yet highly profound.  Concentrate on finding a big idea that will make an impact on the people you want to influence. The Ten Surprises, which I started doing in 1986, has been a defining product. People all over the world are aware of it and identify me with it. What … Continue reading Brilliant life lessons from Blackrock’s Bryon Wien

Why are Hunza people the healthiest people in the world? 

Hunza people Never Get Sick, Don’t Know About Cancer and Live up to 100 years, This is Their Secret…  Hunza people are the only one who do not know about cancer, give birth at 65, and regularly bath in cold water. According to the AMA Journal, Dr. Robert McCarrison claims that not a single person among them has ever suffered from cancer. We would all … Continue reading Why are Hunza people the healthiest people in the world? 

Top 10 anti-pollution plants 

Over the years there has been quite a bit of debate about whether houseplants really can filter indoor air by removing toxins and particles. NASA tests in a spacecraft packed with plants showed markedly better air, but proving that plants are efficient filters in other situations hasn’t been so easy.But houseplants can’t hurt. Not only might they take out some of the air pollution, but … Continue reading Top 10 anti-pollution plants