Many grandparents are dedicated to ensuring their grandchildren grow up healthy and well-rounded. However, researchers from Tilburg University in the Netherlands have found that older adults also reap significant benefits…

A new large-scale study shows that people who speak two or more languages are less likely to age rapidly. The more languages someone knows, the stronger their defense against the…

A team from the University of Auckland says skipping meals does not impair cognitive abilities. This particularly applies to intermittent fasting, which involves abstaining from food for several hours each…

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…

A new study by researchers from Tel Aviv University (Israel) and the University of Cambridge (UK) has revealed that interpreting others’ emotions as more positive than they actually are may…

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…

Philosophers have debated for thousands of years whether animals have feelings. Birds and mammals, previous work has shown, display a wide range of emotions. But evidence that reptiles share those…

Even people who start learning an instrument later in life can get significant brain-health benefits. That’s the conclusion of two recent studies. Researchers found that older adults who play instruments…

Art critics, beware: pigeons might steal your job. That’s thanks to a respected scientist who taught a flock of these clever birds to “understand” art. That’s Shigeru Watanabe, an honorary…

We can’t listen to Neanderthals, but the bones they left behind give hints about how they talked. Neanderthals clearly mated with one another. What we can’t know for sure is…

It turns out that night owls, or those who thrive in the late hours, may age mentally faster than early risers. To investigate this, a team from the University of…

We spend a big part of the day sitting—at work, on the couch, or commuting. A recent study of older adults found that prolonged sitting can shrink brain volume and…

Many of us don’t realize how beneficial vitamin K can be. It’s in everyday foods, and our bodies mainly get it from green vegetables. Most adults, especially older people, are…

Researchers at Stony Brook University have pinpointed the age when human cognitive function starts to slip. Analyzing brain scans and tests from 19,300 volunteers, they found cognitive decline begins around…

A team of Stanford researchers led by Eric Hanushek believes that honing math and reading skills should be a constant endeavor—at work, at home, everywhere possible. This new study suggests…

A new study by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), using mice and human samples, found that as we age, “dormant” X chromosomes can “wake up” in…

Frequent nightmares in midlife and later may signal a higher risk of dementia. We spend about a third of our lives asleep. Yet we know very little about why we…

A team of researchers at Johns Hopkins University has mapped how physical activity affects the chance of developing dementia. They emphasized that less exercise than previously believed can still substantially…

Neurologists at Fujian Medical University in China say lakes and rivers may help protect the brain. Living near water, they argue, could be a simple way to stay mentally sharper…

Do you believe you become more forgetful as you age? It turns out that just the thought of impending forgetfulness can be enough to trigger a decline in cognitive performance.…

A team of neurologists from the University of California, San Francisco, analyzed sleep quality and cognitive abilities in about 600 individuals with an average age of 40. The findings revealed…

A large new study confirms that challenging mental activities help keep the brain healthier as we age. The most accessible and popular activities people use are puzzles, crosswords, and reading…

A new international study has implications not only for people with mental disorders but also for their caregivers. Researchers found that age, sex, irregular heart rhythms, and daily activity levels…

Our eyes reveal a lot about our brain health. New research suggests vision problems can be an early warning sign of cognitive decline. A recent study from Loughborough University in…

A team of researchers at Memorial University of Newfoundland in St. John’s, Canada reached that conclusion. Typically, aging takes a toll on memory. Names, events, and timelines can become somewhat…

Scientists have long linked physical exercise to better brain health. New research shows that the cognitive benefits from certain types of physical activity can persist in older adults for at…

Have you turned 40 and find yourself noticing memory lapses? Take a moment to reflect on the lifestyle you led in your younger years. If, in your 20s, you smoked,…

A study by researchers at the University of Illinois and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln found that certain nutrients—specific fatty acids, antioxidants, and plant pigments—help slow brain aging. The researchers hope…

About 30 million people worldwide live with Alzheimer’s disease. This neurodegenerative condition, the most common form of dementia, is usually diagnosed in people 65 and older. But doctors say the…

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,…

Middle-aged men are at the highest risk. Researchers warn that increases in abdominal fat can accelerate brain aging and harm cognitive function. Large fat deposits in the pancreas and liver…

Many of us know the term lethologica, which refers to difficulty finding or recalling words in everyday life. This problem usually becomes more common as we age. Struggling to find…

Screens, monitors, and displays have become an integral part of our daily lives. They are indispensable for work, learning, and leisure. We use screens to enrich our lives in countless…

A team of researchers from the University of Portsmouth (UK) has published a new study on restoring cognitive function after sleep deprivation. It turns out rebooting the brain, even when…

A team from the University of Maryland (USA) reported findings that specifically concern older adults. That’s important because cognitive abilities are often most affected by age-related decline. What the Researchers…

A team from Huazhong University of Science and Technology found that people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are three times more likely to develop early-onset dementia, which is defined as dementia…

Does improper word usage and punctuation drive you crazy? Relax: you’re not alone. Linguists at the University of Birmingham in the UK were the first to study the negative reactions…

Researchers at the University of Barcelona explored the link between bilingualism and aging—and found surprising results. They found that bilingual brains appear better protected against dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s disease. Bilingualism…

How can you strengthen your brain health when you’re 50 or older? News headlines have been full of stories about how the coronavirus pandemic affected older adults’ cognitive function. Researchers…

Researchers at the University of Cincinnati found the berry may help older adults combat depression. The study included 30 adults aged 50 to 65—mostly women—in a 12-week trial. All participants…

Older adults who regularly do both aerobic and strength training score higher on cognitive tests than peers who are sedentary or do only aerobic exercise. Researchers at the University of…

Good news for snooze-button fans! You don’t have to feel guilty when you answer the alarm with “Just five more minutes.” Researchers at Stockholm University and the Karolinska Institute in…

Good sex as we get older can help keep our brains healthy. Researchers found that men and women aged 62 to 74 who described their sex lives as very enjoyable…

Doctors recommend staying active, eating a balanced diet, and quitting smoking to protect brain health as we age. New research suggests a surprisingly simple addition to that list: more cheese…

Changes in appetite and trouble opening doors can be warning signs that your dog is developing dementia. Dementia is usually associated with memory loss in older people. But dogs can…

A new study finds that middle-aged people who take adult education courses have a 19% lower risk of developing dementia over five years. Puzzles, Sudoku, and some video games are…

In a recent study, American researchers linked declines in men’s sexual satisfaction to later drops in cognitive ability and memory. It’s the first time sexual health and satisfaction levels have…