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Supplements for brain health show no benefit

Neuroscience NewsJune 21, 2019

Supplements marketed to promote 'brain health' often overstate the products' benefits and do little-to-nothing to improve the aging brain. Researchers investigate the hidden dangers and false claims behind these products, which are highly profitable for manufacturers, but not so beneficial for consumers. ... Read More...

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Body Building Supplement May Harm Brain Health

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 7, 2019

A new study reports the popular body building protein supplement, L-norvaline, can have a negative impact on brain health. Researchers found that in low concentrations, the supplement causes damage to neurons which eventually leads to cell death.... Read More...

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Brain Health Not Affected by Major Heart Surgery

Neuroscience NewsDecember 18, 2018

Study reveals patients who undergo major heart surgeries do not experience major memory changes compared to those who receive more minor treatments.... Read More...

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Leg Exercise is Critical to Brain and Nervous System Health

Neuroscience NewsMay 23, 2018

Weight bearing leg exercises send signals to the brain which are vital for the production of healthy neural cells, researchers report.... Read More...

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Stronger People Have Healthier Brains

Neuroscience NewsApril 19, 2018

A new study reports a strong hand grip is correlated with better visual memory and reaction times in people with psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia.... Read More...

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Enigmatic Gene Critical For a Healthy Brain

Neuroscience NewsApril 16, 2018

Researchers reveal a non-coding RNA called Paupar is critical in influencing healthy brain development.... Read More...

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Low Levels of Alcohol May Be Good For the Brain

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 5, 2018

According to researchers, a small alcoholic drink each day may be beneficial for brain health. Using mice, researchers found low levels of alcohol consumption is associated with less brain inflammation and a more effective glymphatic system. This allows CSF to flow more efficiently through the brain and remove waste that can lead to neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...

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Active Gaming is Good For Brain Health and Memory

Neuroscience NewsMay 3, 2017

According to researchers, playing video games that involve physical activity can help to boost memory and brain health as we age.... Read More...

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Mediterranean Diet May Have Lasting Effects on Brain Health

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 4, 2017

A new study reports older people who followed a Mediterranean diet retained more brain volume during a 3 year period than those who didn't.... Read More...

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Panel Advises Routine Brain Health Screening for People Over 70

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 9, 2015

A panel of world experts in aging recommend everyone over 70 have annual evaluations of their memory and reasoning abilities.... Read More...

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Neuroscience

Study sheds light on the darker parts of our genetic heritages

Pioneering new study on dopamine and stress

Take a Warm Bath 1-2 hours Before Bedtime to Get Better Sleep

Neurology

Lower childhood IQ linked to Alzheimer’s later in life

Astronauts less likely to faint on Earth if they exercise in space: Findings may help others with fainting issues

Study hints at why an aggressive form of brain cancer is hard to treat

AI

Electronic chip mimics the brain to make memories in a flash

Deep learning algorithm solves Rubik’s Cube faster than any human

Neuroscience and artificial intelligence can help improve each other

Robotics

3D printed prosthetic hand can guess how you play Rock, Paper, Scissors

Brain cells for 3D vision discovered

Psychology

Pioneering new study on dopamine and stress

Emotion-detection applications built on outdated science

Relationship between type of delivery and twins’ psychological development

brain health

Supplements for brain health show no benefit

Body Building Supplement May Harm Brain Health

Brain Health Not Affected by Major Heart Surgery

Leg Exercise is Critical to Brain and Nervous System Health

Stronger People Have Healthier Brains

Enigmatic Gene Critical For a Healthy Brain

Low Levels of Alcohol May Be Good For the Brain

Active Gaming is Good For Brain Health and Memory

Mediterranean Diet May Have Lasting Effects on Brain Health

Panel Advises Routine Brain Health Screening for People Over 70