FeaturedNeuroscience·February 19, 2020·3 min readVariety and consistency are essential to keep the mind healthyParticipating in a variety of daily activities can enhance cognitive function in adults.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 12, 2019·4 min readExperts review evidence yoga is good for the brainYoga has a positive effect on the structure and function of key brain areas associated with memory. Findings provide evidence that yoga may hold promise in mitigating age-related and neurodegenerative decline.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 13, 2019·4 min readRoutine sparring in boxing can affect brain performanceIt is well documented that professional boxing causes neurological impairment. A new study reveals routine sparring can cause short term impairments in brain-muscle communication and a decrease in memory performance.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 1, 2019·3 min readVegan and Plant-Based Diets Worsen Brain HealthEating a vegan or plant-based diet can be bad for your brain health, especially if you already have a low choline intake, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 22, 2019·2 min readCell suicide could hold key for brain health and food securityA new study into human and plant cell apoptosis could provide new avenues for the development of treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, and help develop disease-resistant plants.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·June 21, 2019·5 min readSupplements for brain health show no benefitSupplements 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
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 7, 2019·3 min readBody Building Supplement May Harm Brain HealthA 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
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·December 18, 2018·5 min readBrain Health Not Affected by Major Heart SurgeryStudy reveals patients who undergo major heart surgeries do not experience major memory changes compared to those who receive more minor treatments.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 23, 2018·4 min readLeg Exercise is Critical to Brain and Nervous System HealthWeight bearing leg exercises send signals to the brain which are vital for the production of healthy neural cells, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·April 19, 2018·3 min readStronger People Have Healthier BrainsA 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
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 16, 2018·3 min readEnigmatic Gene Critical For a Healthy BrainResearchers reveal a non-coding RNA called Paupar is critical in influencing healthy brain development.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 5, 2018·4 min readLow Levels of Alcohol May Be Good For the BrainAccording 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
