FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 26, 2021·5 min readHeart Problems Alter Gene Activity in the HippocampusCardiovascular problems can alter gene activity in the hippocampus, increasing the risk for cognitive decline and memory deficits, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 25, 2021·4 min readPlant-Based Diets Improve Cardiac Function and Cognitive HealthPlant-based diets, such as the DASH diet and MIND diet, can reduce the risk of heart failure and ultimately decrease the risk of cognitive decline and dementia.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 14, 2020·4 min readBurnout linked with irregular heartbeatVital exhaustion, commonly referred to as 'burnout', increases the risk of developing atrial fibrillation.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 27, 2019·4 min readIntermittent fasting may help you live longerDaily time-restricted feeding and limiting yourself to one moderate-sized meal two days a week may have significant benefits for both cognitive and overall health. A new study links intermittent fasting to a longer, healthier life.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 21, 2019·3 min readWhat’s good for the heart is good for the brainTwin study reveals higher cardiovascular health is associated with better cognitive health.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·July 12, 2019·3 min readHealthy blood vessels may be the answer to Alzheimer’s preventionDamaged capillaries in the brain may set the stage for the development of Alzheimer's disease, years before symptoms appear.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·January 14, 2019·5 min readSleeping Less Than Six Hours May Increase Cardiovascular RiskResearchers report sleeping less than six hours a night may increase your risk of developing cardiovascular disease compared to those who sleep the recommended eight hours per night.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·August 26, 2018·5 min readLifestyle Factors Linked to Brain Health of Young AdultsA new study reports lifestyle choices, such as smoking or drinking alcohol during early adulthood, can increase the risk of developing dementia or having a stroke later in life.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 5, 2016·5 min readField Position May Impact Blood Pressure in Football PlayersA new study reports football linemen are more likely to have increased blood pressure along with changes to heart size and structure.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·July 16, 2015·3 min readHigh Blood Pressure in Midlife Can Negatively Impact Cognition Years LaterAccording to a new study, having high blood pressure in your 50's can impact your brain health and cognitive skills later in life.Read More
