The Journal

Steak, berries and nuts and salmon on table

The best natural foods for improved mitochondri...

Dark cacao and spirulina trigger new mitochondria creation while protecting existing cellular powerhouses.

The best natural foods for improved mitochondrial function and cellular health

Dark cacao and spirulina trigger new mitochondria creation while protecting existing cellular powerhouses.

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6 nootropics that boost cognitive performance f...

Mental stamina and reaction times can determine victory when physical abilities reach their ceiling.

6 nootropics that boost cognitive performance for competitive athletes

Mental stamina and reaction times can determine victory when physical abilities reach their ceiling.

Surreal stylized brain illustration with neon pathways showing fluctuating ADHD activity, set against an indigo-to-black gradient.

25% of adults experience ADHD symptoms at some ...

Stress and reduced structure act as primary triggers for cognitive symptom recurrence.

25% of adults experience ADHD symptoms at some point, study finds

Stress and reduced structure act as primary triggers for cognitive symptom recurrence.

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UNC study links high-fat diets to memory loss a...

The brain's impaired glucose access under dietary stress compromises learning within days.

UNC study links high-fat diets to memory loss after just a few days

The brain's impaired glucose access under dietary stress compromises learning within days.

Olympic athletes in collage

Mental health strategies inspired by Olympic at...

Elite performers treat mental wellness as essential maintenance rather than crisis intervention.

Mental health strategies inspired by Olympic athletes

Elite performers treat mental wellness as essential maintenance rather than crisis intervention.

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How gut bacteria control your brain chemistry a...

One-third of depression patients don't respond to medications that ignore gut bacteria.

How gut bacteria control your brain chemistry and mental health

One-third of depression patients don't respond to medications that ignore gut bacteria.

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Study finds processed meats boost cognitive dec...

The 11,000-person study reveals which ultra-processed foods damage memory centers most.

Study finds processed meats boost cognitive decline risk by 17%

The 11,000-person study reveals which ultra-processed foods damage memory centers most.

Macro shot of a brain made from nootropic ingredients like mushrooms and herbs, with glowing synapses on a navy background.

These research-backed nootropics support memory...

From CDP-choline to pine bark extract, these compounds target different brain pathways for enhanced cognition.

These research-backed nootropics support memory and learning

From CDP-choline to pine bark extract, these compounds target different brain pathways for enhanced cognition.

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10 persistent nutrition myths that may be holdi...

Individual metabolism and gut bacteria determine which nutrition advice actually works for you.

10 persistent nutrition myths that may be holding you back

Individual metabolism and gut bacteria determine which nutrition advice actually works for you.

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7 nootropics that will boost your writing perfo...

Research shows these compounds target the specific neurotransmitter pathways that fuel sustained focus.

7 nootropics that will boost your writing performance and cognitive flow

Research shows these compounds target the specific neurotransmitter pathways that fuel sustained focus.

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Vitamin deficiency may be sabotaging your depre...

Your brain's mood-regulating chemicals depend on adequate B12, folate, and vitamin D levels.

Vitamin deficiency may be sabotaging your depression treatment—here's how to fix it

Your brain's mood-regulating chemicals depend on adequate B12, folate, and vitamin D levels.

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Elite athletes say do these 6 things to build p...

Research shows strong support networks regulate stress hormones better than individual coping alone.

Elite athletes say do these 6 things to build psychological resilience

Research shows strong support networks regulate stress hormones better than individual coping alone.

Glowing electric-blue vitamin B12 molecule with energy streams on a navy background, showcasing vibrant gradient hues and textures.

How to maximize vitamin B12 absorption and boos...

Morning stomach acid levels naturally peak, creating optimal conditions for nutrient uptake.

How to maximize vitamin B12 absorption and boost energy levels

Morning stomach acid levels naturally peak, creating optimal conditions for nutrient uptake.

Child peacefully sleeps with golden retriever in a sunlit bedroom, with soft morning light and subtle brain-shaped clouds in background.

How pet ownership rewires our brains for better...

Pet interactions trigger oxytocin release that rewires developing brains for better stress resilience.

How pet ownership rewires our brains for better stress management

Pet interactions trigger oxytocin release that rewires developing brains for better stress resilience.

5 Tesla MRI

5-Tesla MRI shows why some brains age better th...

Sleep quality directly impacts your brain's ability to flush out cellular debris nightly.

5-Tesla MRI shows why some brains age better than others

Sleep quality directly impacts your brain's ability to flush out cellular debris nightly.

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Jude Bellingham reveals why limiting social med...

Even positive comments created psychological dependency that undermined his internal confidence.

Jude Bellingham reveals why limiting social media use boosts athletic performance

Even positive comments created psychological dependency that undermined his internal confidence.

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Science-backed ways to measure and improve your...

Your muscles produce powerful signaling molecules that may reduce inflammation and support immune function.

Science-backed ways to measure and improve your 'musclespan'

Your muscles produce powerful signaling molecules that may reduce inflammation and support immune function.

The crucial role cholesterol plays in good brain health

The crucial role cholesterol plays in good brai...

The blood-brain barrier prevents dietary cholesterol from directly influencing cognitive function.

The crucial role cholesterol plays in good brain health

The blood-brain barrier prevents dietary cholesterol from directly influencing cognitive function.

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How L-carnosine fights brain aging and supports...

This dipeptide crosses the blood-brain barrier to chelate heavy metals and prevent protein damage.

How L-carnosine fights brain aging and supports mental clarity

This dipeptide crosses the blood-brain barrier to chelate heavy metals and prevent protein damage.

What sleep deprivation really does to your brain

What sleep deprivation really does to your brain

Your prefrontal cortex shuts down, removing humans' evolutionary advantage in risk assessment.

What sleep deprivation really does to your brain

Your prefrontal cortex shuts down, removing humans' evolutionary advantage in risk assessment.

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Psychology professor reveals why fighting negat...

Your brain's negativity bias served evolution but hijacks modern performance.

Psychology professor reveals why fighting negative thoughts backfires

Your brain's negativity bias served evolution but hijacks modern performance.