Feeling mentally overloaded during the holiday season? You’re not alone — and it’s not just stress, schedules, or endless to-do lists. Neuroscience shows that “holiday brain” is actually your glial cells working overtime to manage cognitive load, clear mental clutter, and keep your neural pathways running smoothly.

Have you ever wondered if those late-night infomercials actually work? Neuroscience tells us why we really need those cheesy products.