Vibrant Functional Academy

What Are Neurotransmitters and Why Do They Matter?

Clinically reviewed by Adair Anderson,  MS, RDN, LDN

The brain relies on neurotransmitters to keep...

Exploring the Gut-Brain Connection and Its Impact on Mental Health

The world is experiencing an alarming rise in mental health conditions. Adults, as well as children...

Chronic Lyme Disease & Neurological Symptoms: What You Need to Know

Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne illness in the US, caused by the bacterium Borrelia...

Research Spotlight: APOE Genetic Polymorphisms & Age-Related Disease

When considering age-related diseases like heart disease and Alzheimer’s, lifestyle factors like...

Unleashing the Power of Neurogenesis: Boost Brain Health with New Cell Growth

Upon entering adulthood, it may feel like our brains are fully developed.

But the truth is, new...

Micronutrients & the Blood-Brain Barrier

Oftentimes something small can have a large impact—especially when it comes to the human body. 

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Antibodies Linked to Alzheimer's Disease

The root causes of Alzheimer's disease and other related conditions remain a great mystery. Along...

Exploring the Role of Blood-Brain Barrier Permeability on Neurological Autoimmunity

Could a more nuanced understanding of the blood-brain barrier shed light on neurological...

Uncovering Links Between Infections and Neurological Decline

Each year, millions of people across the United States live with neurological and cognitive...