The common treatments for brain cancer are surgery, radiotherapy or chemotherapy, which may be done simultaneously. The choice of treatment will depend on the cancer stage, its location and the patient’s health condition. Treatment will be planned and done by a medical team composed of specialists: a neurosurgeon who specializes in brain surgery, a neurologist [...]
If you take care of your body, you care for your brain too. A good exercise routine will make us feel better physically and emotionally. It can help to improve our self image, strength and endurance. It decreases our body fat and enhances movement in our joints and muscles. Most importantly, it increases the ability [...]
Since we only have one brain and it is irreplaceable at the moment, we need to take care of it by living a healthy lifestyle. To live a fuller and longer life, stay away from alcohol, cigarettes and drugs. If you want your brain to function properly, you need to give it good fuel. Eating [...]
Your brain is the most powerful computer in the world. It controls your body’s central functions such as the autonomic nervous system for your digestion and respiration. It also controls the somatic nervous system which includes your senses, organs, and muscles. It gives you the ability to reason, decipher abstract, make decisions and think new [...]
One of the most admirable things that you will ever do in your life is to quit smoking. It may be a difficult battle, but all it takes is determination and persistence to win. A good move to start your decision is to remove all the cigarettes and ashtrays in your car, home or workplace. [...]