By Shyla Cadogan Who inspires you to live a healthier life? While many people follow the lifestyles of the rich and famous, scientists at the University of Southern California suggest looking to the indigenous communities of the Bolivian Amazon. The Tsimané and Mosetén tribes use…
By Study Finds As eating and weight-loss fads come and go, one diet continues to show positive benefits for human health — the Mediterranean diet. Now, a new study on the brain reveals people sticking with this diet are protecting themselves from dementia. Researchers in…
By John Anderer When it comes to promoting a stronger memory at any age through diet, most doctors and nutritionists point patients and clients toward lots of berries, seafood, and leafy green vegetables. Now, however, fascinating new findings suggest that mushrooms can also benefit memory…
By Study Finds Just six minutes of strenuous exercise each day could stave off Alzheimer’s, according to new research. Researchers in New Zealand say short bursts of activity that work up a big sweat boost a protein essential for brain formation, learning, and memory. The…
By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira Exposure to air pollution during pregnancy and in early childhood can significantly alter a kid’s brain size and structure, finds a new study from Spain. Air pollution impacted brain connections in children the most in the first 8.5 years, although children before…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Coconut oil offers neuroprotective properties, which researchers found delayed the incidence of stroke, reduced stroke-induced brain damage and increased survival afterward. Virgin coconut oil, a saturated medium-chain fatty acid (MCFA), has impressive neuroprotective effects that appear to be protective before and…
By John Anderer Tart juice made from Montmorency cherries, the most common type of tart cherries grown in the United States, has long been used to treat a variety of health problems such as gout or sleeplessness. A recent study conducted at the University of…
By Study Finds Vitamin D supplements could potentially be the key to staving off Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research. Brains of older people with higher levels of the nutrient function better, say nutritionists at Tufts University. The main natural source is sunlight, but wrinkly skin…
By Study Finds Middle-aged people who consume more omega-3-rich foods (like oily fish) and supplements are more likely to be better thinkers and avoid dementia, a new study finds. Researchers with the American Academy of Neurology found eating more of the healthy fatty acids, which…
By John Anderer Many children these days find it difficult to concentrate on a single task for very long. While some doctors are quick to prescribe medications like Adderall for wandering minds, new research finds there may be a more natural solution. Researchers say the…
By John Anderer What’s the best way to maintain peak brain health as we age? There are countless studies detailing ways to prevent cognitive decline, so scientists in Norway sought to simplify the science of managing strong brain health to three recommendations. “The keys to…
By Mayukh Saha Parents always want their kids to be smart and intelligent. Some experts have been suggesting that teaching children how to code can benefit them in many ways, but new research has pointed out that music is the gateway to getting smarter kids….
By John Anderer Sleep isn’t always easy to come by in today’s fast-paced “always on” culture, but new research shows just how essential a little bit of shut eye is to our minds. Researchers at Concordia University report older adults with insomnia are more likely…
By John Anderer If you want robust cognition and sharp thinking skills in old age, a recent study finds that a proper exercise routine will go a long way toward keeping your brain young – no matter how old you are. Scientists at UC San…
By Study Finds Making crafts, playing an instrument, or doing puzzles might lower a person’s risk of developing dementia by nearly a quarter, according to a new study. A review of previous dementia reports involving two million people found some leisure activities have the power…
By Richard Hoffman, University of Hertfordshire Fruit and vegetables contain many nutrients and minerals that play an important role in helping us maintain good health. Take flavonoids, for example. These are a group of naturally occurring compounds that are found in many foods – including…
By Áine Kelly, Trinity College Dublin Physical activity is very important for a number of reasons – including that it helps to protect the structure and function of our brain as we age. This may be key in reducing the risk of developing certain neurodegenerative…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group These unique fungi have a taste similar to lobster and a “mane” like a lion’s, but their greatest attribute of all may be their propensity to boost cognitive function and support a healthy brain. Lion’s mane mushrooms (Hericium erinaceus), with their…
By Tyler Durden The best way to decrease the risk of Alzheimer’s disease could be a Mediterranean diet that is rich in fish, vegetables, and olive oil, according to a new study. The research, titled “Mediterranean Diet, Alzheimer Disease Biomarkers and Brain Atrophy in Old…
By Mayukh Saha Tiny doses of magic mushrooms are used to help this man with PTSD. Psychedelic drugs have been in discussion and research for helping cure mental illnesses like depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and addiction. Although controversial, drugs like magic mushroom and LSD…
