People with lower plasma vitamin C concentrations had smaller gray-matter volume and weaker neural connectivity — changes that matter for memory, attention, and self-awareness. How the study was done The…

A major new study found that people with low blood pressure face a much higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s. Clinically, doctors consider blood pressure below 90/60 mm Hg to be…

In the 1980s, psychologist James Pennebaker developed a method called expressive writing to help people work through trauma and psychological distress. Putting feelings into words creates a sense of safety:…

If you can read this, you’re probably sure of one thing: you’re conscious. Your relatives, neighbors, and friends seem conscious too — they act like people and appear to share…

How Daniel Amen Says the Lord’s Prayer Affects the Brain Daniel Amen, a leading psychiatrist and devout Christian, breaks the Lord’s Prayer down line by line and explains how each…

In 1950, two investigators noticed a striking pattern: schizophrenia — a severe psychiatric disorder found in every known society — seemed to be missing among people who were blind from…

First — a bigger brain doesn’t automatically mean higher intelligence. Brain size only weakly correlates with measures of intelligence in humans. Albert Einstein’s brain, for example, was relatively small —…

We usually assume dreaming belongs only to deep sleep. But it turns out we can have vivid dreams even while still awake. A new study led by Nicolas Decat at…

Countless online tips promise to boost your everyday productivity. But do they actually work? Not necessarily. “There might not be any dramatic tricks that will turn you into the next…

Have you ever tasted a word? Seen colors when you listen to music? If that sounds familiar, you might be one of roughly four percent of people with synesthesia —…

Researchers at the University of Chicago’s molecular engineering lab, led by Associate Professor Joyce Chen, conducted a new study that explains why heavy smoking in midlife doubles the risk of…

How does virtuoso tennis player Jannik Sinner manage to hit the ball at exactly the right moment with staggering precision? And how do we perceive the duration of everyday events…

How do you preserve memory as you age and lower your risk of dementia? Simple daily habits can significantly slow cognitive decline and help maintain brain health even after 60.…

Exercise does wonders for the human body. An international team led by researchers at the University of Iowa found that after a single 20-minute session of easy to moderate cycling,…

A team of researchers at the University of Kentucky (USA) found a correlation between sleep problems and Alzheimer’s disease — the most severe and common form of dementia. Sleep problems…

If you want to lower your dementia risk, you’ve probably heard one piece of advice: “Train your brain.” New research shows that a variety of skills and hobbies act like…

Researchers at the AdventHealth Research Institute in the U.S. found that people who followed a regular exercise program for a year had brains that looked significantly younger on MRI. This…

Almost all of us feel shy sometimes, especially in unfamiliar or uncomfortable situations. But social anxiety is something else entirely. The UK’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)…

Forget the days when almonds were merely seen as “rabbit food” or a cake topping. Today, this nut is a true star among TikTok influencers and a favorite among nutritionists.…

, weight normalization and a host of other benefits for physical and mental health are driving people to engage in sports. Now we can also add brain rejuvenation to that…

Researchers at the University of Oslo (Norway) set out to determine whether memory loss affects everyone equally or if it is driven by individual risk factors, such as the APOE…

From now on, reflections on where our dreams lead us will no longer seem so hazy. Researchers at Harvard University have found preliminary evidence that dreams play a significant role.…

Research conducted by scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Boston has shed light on the changes that occur in the brain due to fatigue. According to the team’s…

It turns out that creativity is essential for a youthful brain. A large-scale study has confirmed that creative activities such as dancing, visual arts, and playing musical instruments positively impact…

Changes in brain shape may conceal signs of future dementia. In their study, a team of neurobiologists from the University of California, Irvine (USA) and the University of La Laguna…

The thing is, our brain doesn’t wake up immediately when the alarm goes off. Waking up is a gradual, coordinated process. As Aurelie Stephan, a sleep researcher from the University…

For decades, scientists believed that consciousness arises in the newest areas of the brain. However, neuroscientist Peter Coppola now claims that it is primarily governed by the oldest, most primitive…

We often treat insomnia as a minor inconvenience: if you didn’t sleep well, you can catch up tomorrow. But new research shows that when difficulty falling asleep or waking during…

Researchers in Brazil investigated the effects of six common artificial sweeteners: aspartame, saccharin, potassium acesulfame, erythritol, xylitol, and sorbitol. A Daily Mail report says regular consumption of these sweeteners was…

A new large-scale study by neurologists at Stanford University found that the brain’s biological age can predict a person’s lifespan. The team developed a new method for measuring the brain’s…

The stimulating properties of caffeine make it an unwise choice for nighttime consumption—unless you’re cramming for an exam or writing an annual report and need to stay awake. A new…

Scientists have long been concerned about the accumulation of tiny synthetic particles known as microplastics in human organs. A new study from researchers at the University of New Mexico found…

Researchers at the Karolinska Institute and the University of Gothenburg in Sweden conducted a study examining biological signals that indicate brain health in 739 cognitively healthy 70-year-olds. The study found…

Public-health experts warn there’s no safe dose of alcohol. But who listens? Alcohol abuse can spiral into addiction and cause serious harm, especially to the brain. Short-Term Effects of Alcohol…

Research into curiosity is incredibly important. This trait is an inseparable part of human existence, driving us to learn and adapt to new conditions. But where does it originate? How…

Evidence shows the human brain has been getting larger since the 1930s. Studies link larger brain size with better health and stronger cognitive function. Researchers at the University of California,…

A TikTok video featuring neurologist Emily MacDonald has gone viral, racking up over 10 million views as she shares tips for protecting brain health. MacDonald highlights three firm no’s —…

Japanese researchers studied how social isolation and loneliness affect older adults’ brains. They analyzed MRI scans from 8,896 Japanese people aged 65 and older. Fewer Social Contacts – Smaller Brain…

Beginning around age 35, the human brain shrinks by about 0.2–0.5% each year, and that rate accelerates after 60. That shrinking can contribute to faster aging, memory lapses, and even…

Researchers at the University of Otago in New Zealand found evidence for that idea. Neurologists and physiologists worldwide have already documented exercise’s benefits for mental function. Studies show exercise improves…

There’s always room for dessert, a team at the Max Planck Institute for Metabolism Research in Germany found. The so-called “dessert stomach” does exist — but it’s not in your…

What we eat affects more than our waistlines — it shapes how our brains work. British dietitian Kimberley Wilson highlights eight food groups that help keep your brain sharp and…

Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences found that neurons in attention-related brain regions synchronize as dogs and humans grow closer. Previous studies suggested the human brain synchronizes during interactions…

A new study finds that dogs’ brains have shrunk since domestication. That’s likely because life with humans demands less brainpower than life in the wild. Humans are largely responsible for…

Researchers say the color purple doesn’t exist in the spectrum — it’s created by the brain. When we see red and blue wavelengths at the same time, it can be…

A team of researchers from Stanford University School of Medicine reports that male and female brains are organized differently. They scanned the brains of people of both sexes and found…

Researchers at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) say the new DeWave technology is noninvasive. Until now, efforts to read brain signals required implanted electrodes or costly MRI machines. Now,…