FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 21, 2019·5 min readElectric Bikes Could Provide Older People with Brain BoostOlder adults who exercise by using electric bicycles experience comparable cognitive and mental health benefits to those who use a standard, pedal powered bike.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 20, 2019·4 min readExercise in Morning or Afternoon to Shift Your Body Clock ForwardA new study reports the time of day at which you exercise can shift your body clock. The findings suggest exercise could counter the negative health effects associated with shift work and jet lag.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 18, 2019·4 min readExercise May Improve Health by Increasing Gut Bacterial DiversityA new study reveals exercises that improve cardiorespiratory fitness may help to support health by altering the presence, activity and clustering of gut bacteria.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 13, 2019·5 min readChronic Inflammation in Middle Age May Lead to Thinking and Memory Problems LaterResearchers report those who experience chronic inflammation during middle may be at increased risk of developing cognitive and memory disorders during old age.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 13, 2019·3 min readExercise Gives Older Men a Better Brain BoostAccording to a new study, men have a stronger positive correlation between cardiorespiratory fitness and brain function as they age.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 9, 2019·5 min readHow Exercise May Protect Against Alzheimer’sResearchers report irisin, a hormone released during physical exercise, may promote neurogenesis in the hippocampus. The study sheds new light on why exercise helps improve memory and could help to protect the brain against Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 2, 2019·4 min readExercise is Your Best Defense Against Deep Abdominal FatResearchers report the most effective way to reduce internal, visceral fat is to exercise.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·January 31, 2019·3 min readExercise Benefits Brains and Blood Flow Changes in Older AdultsExercise is associated with improved brain function and a decrease in cerebral blood flow in older people with mild cognitive impairment, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology·January 23, 2019·6 min readPhysical Activity Can Prevent Against DepressionA new study adds to growing evidence that higher levels of physical activity can help reduce the risk of developing mental illness. Researchers found physical activity can reduce depression risks in those genetically vulnerable to depressive disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 22, 2019·4 min readShould Physicians Treat eSports Players as College AthletesStudy reports physicians should treat eSports players as athletes and provide appropriate levels of preventative care, as well as treatment for injuries associated with playing computer games.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 18, 2019·4 min readMoving More in Old Age May Protect Brain From DementiaAccording to researchers, older adults who move more than average may be better protected from dementia symptoms. The study reports physical activity helps maintain cognitive skills when there are signs of Alzheimer's pathology in the brain.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 14, 2019·4 min readPhysical Activity of Any Type or Amount Cuts Health Risk From SittingA new study reports replacing 30 minutes of sitting down with physical activity, of any intensity or amount, can significantly reduce health risks and improve mortality.Read More
