Razi Berry A recent report was published regarding the exposures of kratom reported to poison control centers (PCCs) in the United States between the years of 2011 and 2017. The report was published in the journal, Clinical Toxicology. Exposures to kratom reported to poison control centers (PCCs) Kratom, or Mitragyna speciosa, is a plant that […]
Scientists have long been amazed by the human ability of consciousness, and how our awareness of our environments impacts our bodies. Regardless of whether you believe consciousness stems from the brain or is a more non-local phenomenon, our ability to have consciousness and conscience is what makes us truly unique to be human. Join me as I explore the fundamentals of consciousness and what it means to be a thinking and contemplative human being.
Razi Berry For the first time, researchers have shown that a combination of perfluorinated substances in the mother significantly inhibits child growth. They make many everyday things easier, such as keeping children’s feet dry in waterproofed boots, stopping the meat balls sticking to the frying pan and making it easier to clean the carpet. Perfluorinated
Razi Berry Despite its proven negative effects on fetal development, smoking during pregnancy remains a significant public health issue. During 2017, approximately 12.5% of all pregnant women in Finland smoked during pregnancy and 7% continued to smoke throughout their pregnancy. Association between maternal smoking and offspring ADHD Exposure to maternal smoking is associated with various
Amanda Testa is a sex, love and relationship coach who noticed that the women she saw were all struggling to find self-love and embrace the feminine fire within. As a result, Amanda created Fine Your Feminine Fire, a process combining ancient tantric tools with neuroscience to help high performing women ditch the guilt and unworthiness to embody confidence, radiance, and vitality in all areas of their lives.
Razi Berry A recent study found that the risk of having additional children with autism may be reduced by taking prenatal vitamins during the first trimester, for mothers with children affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD).1 The research was conducted at the University of California. ‘First time maternal use of prenatal vitamins has suggested a
There is no denying that the advancement of social media has allowed us to connect in ways we never thought possible before. However, it is also undeniable that these developments have had an emotional impact on the way we view ourselves, others, and the world around us. Social media has drastically impacted how we relate to other humans on a daily basis, and how we communicate with ourselves and those we are in relationships with.
Razi Berry Psychological Distress is an all too common experience for many individuals. In fact, it is estimated that upwards of 70 percent of all visits to primary care providers are related in some way to psychological stress. The most common forms of psychological stress, depression and anxiety, are becoming so ubiquitous that many people
Razi Berry More and more health minded individuals are becoming interested in the therapeutic benefit of intermittent fasting and caloric restriction. And this “health trend” appears to be especially beneficial for those struggling with type-2 diabetes and/or obesity, says a recent scientific study.1 Limiting caloric intake through low-calorie diets (LCDs) or intermittent fasting can be
We’re all familiar with the discomfort of vulnerability. When we open ourselves up we are increasing our chances of getting hurt, or being rejected for who we truly are. However, did you know that vulnerability can also increase your oxytocin, or the love hormone, and can actually be used to strengthen your relationship?
