fact or fiction
Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the lesser known truths in the health and wellness world of Longevity.
Meditation and Memory: Can You Improve Recall Through Mindfulness?
We tend to associate memory improvement with flashcards, brain-training apps, or drinking more coffee. But what if one of the most powerful ways to enhance memory doesn’t involve doing more—but doing less?
By Marina Gomez8 months ago in Longevity
The Meditation Mirage
Is meditation truly a path to peace—or just another illusion sold by the wellness industry? In an era where self-help books flood bookshelves and influencers preach “good vibes only,” meditation has become a buzzword, a symbol of balance and success. But beneath the soft music, lotus poses, and Instagram quotes lies a bigger question: is meditation really as powerful as claimed, or is it just the latest trend in a billion-dollar personal development market? With science on one side and skepticism on the other, it’s time to take a closer look at what meditation actually does—and doesn’t—do.
By Bubble Chill Media 8 months ago in Longevity
Why Your Brain Loves Boredom (And How Meditation Helps You Get There)
Boredom gets a bad rap. In a world obsessed with constant stimulation—notifications, streaming, endless social feeds—boredom feels like a punishment. But what if boredom is actually something your brain craves?
By Victoria Marse8 months ago in Longevity
From Chaos to Clarity: How Meditation Affects Cognitive Load
In our hyper-connected world, the brain is constantly juggling an overwhelming amount of information. Notifications, emails, meetings, endless to-do lists — all contributing to what psychologists call cognitive load, the mental effort used to process and store information.
By Marina Gomez8 months ago in Longevity
The Science of Stillness: What Happens in Your Brain During Meditation
Stillness doesn’t just feel good—it changes your brain in profound ways. When you meditate, you’re not merely sitting quietly; you’re engaging complex neurological processes that scientists are only beginning to understand.
By Victoria Marse8 months ago in Longevity
Meditation vs. Doomscrolling: What Neuroscience Says
It starts innocently. You pick up your phone to check one notification. Then you’re scrolling — news, memes, tragedies, hot takes, more news. Your thumb moves, but your breath shortens. Somewhere in the pit of your stomach, you feel it: unease, tightness, maybe even dread. You’re not just reading headlines—you’re doomscrolling.
By Marina Gomez8 months ago in Longevity
The Truth About Sugar
Start writing...The Sweet Beginning Tina loved sweet things. Chocolate after dinner, soda with lunch, and cookies before bed—it all felt like comfort. But one day, during a routine check-up, her doctor told her something that shook her world: “Your blood sugar is high. It’s time to cut back.”
By Qaseem Ahmadzai8 months ago in Longevity
Productivity Hacks: How to Boost Productivity and Manage Time Effectively
In a world where the lines between work and personal life are increasingly blurred and the demands on our time are higher than ever, the ability to manage time and boost productivity is not just valuable — it's essential. Professionals, students, entrepreneurs, and even remote workers all face the same challenge: too many tasks, not enough time.
By Dipayan Biswas8 months ago in Longevity
The Problem Of Cause And Effect In Scientific Research
For Every Action There Is An Equal And Opposite Reaction. Newton's Third Law of Motion. It is something that many of us learn in School and Describes the Idea of Cause and Effect.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)8 months ago in Longevity
Cyanocobalamin - The Dark Truth About The Deadly Synthetic "Vitamin B12 Replacement" Found In Every Multivitamin
Why Is the Most Common “Vitamin B12” Supplement a Synthetic Chemical That Contains a Known Neurotoxin? In a health industry that often promotes convenience over quality, it’s critical to ask the uncomfortable questions—especially when it comes to what we put into our bodies. One such question is this: Why is the most widely used form of Vitamin B12—cyanocobalamin—a synthetic compound containing cyanide, a well-known neurotoxin?
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast8 months ago in Longevity
