FeaturedNeuroscience·July 20, 2022·3 min readDo Benefits of Physical and Mental Activity on Thinking Differ for Men and Women?Greater physical activity was associated with greater thinking speed reserve in women, but not men. Taking part in mental activities was associated with greater thinking speed reserve in both men and women.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 6, 2022·4 min readRunning and Dreaming Improve Left Brain-Right Brain CommunicationStudy uncovers how splines, a newly identified pattern of rhythmic communication between the right and left hemispheres of the brain, improve brain communication as a result of dreaming and running.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·June 21, 2022·2 min readYour Brain Needs Proper Diet and Exercise TooResearchers explore how diet, exercise, and social engagement can help stave off cognitive impairment and improve overall brain health.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 21, 2022·4 min readWalking Gives the Brain a ‘Step-Up’ in Function for SomeFor some, cognitive performance on tasks improves while walking via a change in the use of neural resources.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·June 19, 2022·3 min readThe Benefits of Exercise in a Pill? Science Is Closer to That GoalResearchers have identified a molecule in the blood that is produced during exercise. The molecule, Lac-Phe, can effectively reduce food intake and obesity in mouse models.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·June 15, 2022·4 min readTrade the Chair for Fresh Air: Study Explores Link Between Sitting Time and Cardio HealthThose who sit for six or more hours a day are at a substantially increased risk for heart disease and early death.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 11, 2022·2 min readMale Runners Who Are Energy Deficient May Be at Higher Risk for FracturesMale runners who do not produce enough energy from their diet are at higher risk of stress fractures, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 7, 2022·3 min readEndurance Exercise May Affect Body’s Largest Artery Differently in Men and WomenThe vascular age of male athletes who participate in endurance exercise is 10 years older than their chronological age. Female athletes showed no overall difference between vascular and chronological age.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 31, 2022·4 min readGenetic Sex Determines the Way Your Muscle “Talks” to Other Tissues in Your BodySex-specific circuits in muscles signal to other tissues and organs, processing muscle impact differently in males and females.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 31, 2022·6 min readWhen Should I Schedule My Exercise?Women looking to reduce belly fat and blood pressure should exercise in the morning. Men who exercise in the evening showed improvements in metabolic and heart health, and improved overall emotional wellbeing.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 28, 2022·5 min readLink Between Exercise Intensity and Risk of InfectionResearchers identify the exertion level where aerosol particle emission increases exponentially, offering an explanation as to why exercise intensity may be linked to the transmission of infections.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 16, 2022·1 min readExercise Increases Dopamine Release in MiceMouse study reveals exercise increases dopamine signaling in motor areas of the brain. The findings may explain why exercise eases symptoms of Parkinson's disease.Read More
