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Researchers examine brain scans showing lesions linked to heavy alcohol use, highlighting risks of cognitive decline.

How much alcohol is too much if you want to avo...

Vascular damage from "moderate" drinking can negate benefits of cognitive enhancement protocols.

How much alcohol is too much if you want to avoid cognitive decline?

Vascular damage from "moderate" drinking can negate benefits of cognitive enhancement protocols.

College student with electrodes attached to head during brain imaging session, highlighting neural study on pornography consumption.

New research finds frequent porn use alters bra...

Neural changes mirror substance dependencies, weakening the brain's CEO region.

New research finds frequent porn use alters brain patterns

Neural changes mirror substance dependencies, weakening the brain's CEO region.

Macaque monkey participating in brain stimulation research to explore cognitive benefits similar to napping.

Can you get the cognitive benefits of napping w...

The 20-30 minute sweet spot still reigns supreme for natural cognitive recovery.

Can you get the cognitive benefits of napping without actually falling asleep?

The 20-30 minute sweet spot still reigns supreme for natural cognitive recovery.

Child studying in a bedroom with a HEPA air purifier, surrounded by books and natural light, promoting brain development.

7 ways indoor air quality affects children's br...

Children breathe more air per pound than adults, making them uniquely vulnerable to household pollutants.

7 ways indoor air quality affects children's brain development

Children breathe more air per pound than adults, making them uniquely vulnerable to household pollutants.

Person using a laptop, analyzing a graph of brain activity, illustrating machine learning research on cognitive performance.

The top 3 factors that predict brain performanc...

Blood pressure and BMI outrank diet quality, but strategic nutrition can offset these detriments.

The top 3 factors that predict brain performance according to new machine learning research

Blood pressure and BMI outrank diet quality, but strategic nutrition can offset these detriments.

Person walking briskly in a park, illustrating the link between walking speed and cognitive function.

Walking speed linked to brain health and cognit...

Men with faster walking speeds at age 75 showed 87% survival rate over the next decade.

Walking speed linked to brain health and cognitive aging in new study

Men with faster walking speeds at age 75 showed 87% survival rate over the next decade.

Neural scan highlights gamma waves during insight, showing research on brain activity related to creative problem-solving.

Study reveals why insight solutions are remembe...

The hippocampus activates specifically during these eureka moments, cementing solutions into long-term memory.

Study reveals why insight solutions are remembered 30% better

The hippocampus activates specifically during these eureka moments, cementing solutions into long-term memory.

Yale scientists analyzing brain scans with AI to predict early signs of psychosis before symptoms develop.

Yale researchers use AI to predict psychosis, e...

Machine learning algorithms detect subtle brain activity patterns invisible to the human eye.

Yale researchers use AI to predict psychosis, even before symptoms appear

Machine learning algorithms detect subtle brain activity patterns invisible to the human eye.

Elderly woman using a hearing aid while smiling during a phone conversation, promoting social engagement and brain health.

Hearing loss now the #1 modifiable risk factor ...

Treating auditory decline early reduces cognitive load and preserves neural pathways.

Hearing loss now the #1 modifiable risk factor for dementia

Treating auditory decline early reduces cognitive load and preserves neural pathways.

Colorful assortment of aromatic balms and toothpaste tubes, highlighting potential neurotoxic ingredients in daily hygiene products.

How your bathroom products may be negatively im...

Chemical kindling occurs when neurons become hyperexcitable after repeated exposure to certain ingredients.

How your bathroom products may be negatively impacting your brain health

Chemical kindling occurs when neurons become hyperexcitable after repeated exposure to certain ingredients.

Egg yolks and whole eggs on a wooden table, highlighting their vitamin D and choline content for brain health.

5 vitamin D foods that boost memory and brain h...

Beyond bone health, this nutrient regulates inflammation and supports neurotransmitter function.

5 vitamin D foods that boost memory and brain health

Beyond bone health, this nutrient regulates inflammation and supports neurotransmitter function.

3 science-backed ways ashwagandha may reduce anxiety symptoms

3 science-backed ways ashwagandha may reduce an...

Beyond stress reduction, the herb shows promise for improving memory and reducing errors in cognitive tasks.

3 science-backed ways ashwagandha may reduce anxiety symptoms

Beyond stress reduction, the herb shows promise for improving memory and reducing errors in cognitive tasks.

Elderly man holding head, looking concerned; air pollution particles and cityscape in the background.

Air pollution increases dementia risk by up to ...

Ultrafine particles cross the blood-brain barrier, directly damaging neural tissue over time.

Air pollution increases dementia risk by up to 13% in new study

Ultrafine particles cross the blood-brain barrier, directly damaging neural tissue over time.

Diverse group engaging in lively conversation, showcasing brain stimulation through social interaction and cognitive engagement.

5 social strategies to boost your brain health now

Quality conversations serve as natural workouts for multiple brain regions simultaneously.

5 social strategies to boost your brain health now

Quality conversations serve as natural workouts for multiple brain regions simultaneously.

Creatine supplement powder and scoop on white surface, highlighting its importance in physical and cognitive health.

How creatine's benefits extend beyond muscle bu...

Lower baseline levels in women may lead to proportionally greater benefits from supplementation.

How creatine's benefits extend beyond muscle building, especially for women

Lower baseline levels in women may lead to proportionally greater benefits from supplementation.

Golden retriever and tabby cat sit together on a sofa, symbolizing pets' role in supporting brain health.

New study shows pet ownership slows cognitive d...

Eighteen-year study reveals furry companions provide natural cognitive stimulation as we age.

New study shows pet ownership slows cognitive decline in adults over 50

Eighteen-year study reveals furry companions provide natural cognitive stimulation as we age.

Running outdoor track, representing high-intensity aerobic exercise for enhancing cognitive function and memory.

Meta-analysis of 258,000 people shows which exe...

Combining aerobic, strength, and coordination exercises creates a powerful synergy for enhancing memory and mental agility.

Meta-analysis of 258,000 people shows which exercises maximize brain function

Combining aerobic, strength, and coordination exercises creates a powerful synergy for enhancing memory and mental agility.

Child using a smartphone, absorbed and emotionally engaged, highlighting potential addictive use linked to mental health risks.

Study: Addictive social media use doubles suici...

Emotional dependence on devices, not total screen time, emerges as the critical risk factor.

Study: Addictive social media use doubles suicide risk in children

Emotional dependence on devices, not total screen time, emerges as the critical risk factor.

Man jogging in a park on a sunny day, highlighting exercise as a key strategy for men's brain health improvement.

4 evidence-based strategies for men's optimal b...

Simple daily choices outperform complex interventions for long-term neurological wellness in men.

4 evidence-based strategies for men's optimal brain health

Simple daily choices outperform complex interventions for long-term neurological wellness in men.

Two older adults cycling on a scenic path, symbolizing brain health benefits from active travel in dementia prevention.

Study: Cycling for transport cuts dementia risk...

Daily pedaling increases gray matter volume in critical memory regions of the brain.

Study: Cycling for transport cuts dementia risk by 19%

Daily pedaling increases gray matter volume in critical memory regions of the brain.

Astronaut floating in space, highlighting gut-brain microbe impacts on mental health during space missions.

Study reveals how space travel disrupts astrona...

Microbial imbalances correlate directly with anxiety, sleep disturbances, and cognitive decline in zero gravity.

Study reveals how space travel disrupts astronauts' gut-brain connection

Microbial imbalances correlate directly with anxiety, sleep disturbances, and cognitive decline in zero gravity.