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by University of Rochester Medical Center Norepinephrine-mediated slow vasomotion drives glymphatic clearance during sleep. Credit: Nadia Alzoubi and Natalie Hauglund Getting a good night’s sleep is a critical part of our daily biological cycle and is associated with improved brain function, a stronger immune…
Posted on January 9, 2025 by NatureKnows
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A good night’s sleep does more than just help you feel rested — it might literally clear your mind. A new study published January 8 in the Cell Press journal Cell shows how deep sleep may wash away waste buildup in the brain during…
Posted on January 8, 2025 by NatureKnows
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Key points Strong self-control skills in early life predict better cognitive health in later years. Physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices amplify the protective benefits of self-regulation. Future-oriented thinking can be trained and improved at any age. Google AI/Image-FX Source: Google AI /Image-FX The…
Posted on January 7, 2025 by NatureKnows
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While the benefits of following a Mediterranean diet are well established , a new study suggests that the fresh-forward, olive oil-soaked eating style can boost brain health by promoting certain gut bacteria. Researchers at Tulane University School of Medicine found that lab rats who…
Posted on January 6, 2025 by NatureKnows
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Credit: CC0 Public Domain A new Tulane University study suggests the Mediterranean diet’s brain-boosting benefits may work by changing the balance of bacteria in the gut. In a study published in Gut Microbes Reports , researchers at Tulane University School of Medicine found that…
Posted on January 5, 2025 by NatureKnows
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collage of different images of cells under the microscope A New York University study has found that kidney and nerve tissue cells can form memories much like brain cells. According to the study authors, their findings could help researchers better understand how to treat…
Posted on January 5, 2025 by NatureKnows
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The Mediterranean diet may improve memory and cognitive flexibility by altering gut microbiota, according to a Tulane study on rats. The findings highlight potential benefits for young adults, though further research in humans is needed. Bacterial changes linked to improved memory and cognitive performance…
Posted on January 3, 2025 by NatureKnows
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Researchers uncovered a mechanism called excitation-mitochondrial DNA transcription coupling (E-TCmito) linking neuronal activity to mitochondrial DNA transcription, crucial for maintaining brain function. Enhancing E-TCmito in aged mice improved cognition, offering a potential therapeutic target for age-related cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases. New research identifies…
Posted on January 3, 2025 by NatureKnows
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Key points Intermittent fasting can help with weight loss, reduce inflammation, and enhance overall health. Brain health may also improve with intermittent fasting. Some other possible benefits include lower fasting glucose levels and improved blood pressure. Every New Year, many people create resolutions for…
Posted on January 2, 2025 by NatureKnows
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January 1, 2025 Article origination NPR Service “Brain rot” is the Oxford word of the year for 2024, and it’s pretty much what it sounds like: a perceived mental decline from consuming too much online media. If just reading that definition has you worried…
Posted on January 1, 2025 by NatureKnows
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About 40% of dementia cases could be delayed or prevented by addressing 14 modifiable risk factors, according to a Lancet commission report. “Brain rot” is the Oxford word of the year for 2024, and it’s pretty much what it sounds like: a perceived mental…
Posted on December 31, 2024 by NatureKnows
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Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / Prostock-studio Think your brain’s taking a vacation when you’re sleeping ? Think again. Scientists at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin just dropped some major knowledge bombs about what’s really going down during deep sleep, and it’s absolutely wild. This isn’t just…
Posted on December 30, 2024 by NatureKnows
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Research has found that deep sleep is crucial for the formation of memories. Amor Burakova/Stocksy Getting enough sleep is an important part of a person’s overall health. Poor sleep is a risk factor for cognitive issues such as memory loss. Researchers from Charité –…
Posted on December 28, 2024 by NatureKnows
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A UCL-led study suggests the short-term cognitive boost from exercise can last into the next day, especially with sufficient deep sleep. Moderate-to-vigorous activity and quality sleep improve memory and reaction times, while more sedentary behavior harms memory. Exercise improves cognitive performance for over 24…
Posted on December 26, 2024 by NatureKnows
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For the first time, researchers have identified a breathing rhythm in the human hippocampus during sleep, revealing that breathing acts as a metronome coordinating sleep oscillations. These findings, highlighting the role of breathing as a fundamental rhythm in memory consolidation, hold significant implications for…
Category: Brain Science Tags: 24 Dec 2024 Click here to view original web page at scitechdaily.com<img alt="Active Brain Scientific Concept Illustration" sizes="(max-width: 777px) 100vw, 777px" src="https://scitechdaily.com/images/Active-Brain-Scientific-Concept-Illustration.jpg" srcset="https://scitechdaily.com/images/Active-Brain-Scientific-Concept-Illustration-777x777.jpg 777w, Bing Nootropics https://scitechdaily.com/according-to-researchers-your-breathing-patterns-could-hold-the-key-to-better-memory/ According to Researchers, highlighting the role of breathing as a fundamental rhythm in memory consolidation, https://scitechdaily.com/images/Active-Brain-Scientific-Concept-Illustration-120x120.jpg 120w, https://scitechdaily.com/images/Active-Brain-Scientific-Concept-Illustration-150x150.jpg 150w, https://scitechdaily.com/images/Active-Brain-Scientific-Concept-Illustration-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://scitechdaily.com/images/Active-Brain-Scientific-Concept-Illustration-400x400.jpg 400w, https://scitechdaily.com/images/Active-Brain-Scientific-Concept-Illustration-768x768.jpg 768w, https://scitechdaily.com/images/Active-Brain-Scientific-Concept-Illustration.jpg 2000w">For the first time, researchers have identified a breathing rhythm in the human hippocampus during sleep, revealing that breathing acts as a metronome coordinating sleep oscillations. These findings, Your Breathing Patterns Could Hold the Key to Better MemoryAccording to Researchers, Your Breathing Patterns Could Hold the Key to Better MemoryAuthor: Kristin Samuelson Date: Tue
Posted on December 25, 2024 by NatureKnows
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Taking care of oneself requires a multi-faceted approach: brain, heart, and metabolic health. What research in 2024 has shown us is that improving our health in these areas comes down to three main factors: sleep, diet, and exercise. But how does one start taking…
Category: Brain Science Tags: 24 Dec 2024 Click here to view original web page at www.medicalnewstoday.comTaking care of oneself requires a multi-faceted approach: brain, according to experts, and exercise. But how does one start taking action with this intention? And how can we break down such lifestyle changes into manageable steps? In this podcast episode, and metabolic health in the new year? MNT discusses, and metabolic health. What research in 2024 has shown us is that improving our health in these areas comes down to three main factors: sleep, Bing Nootropics https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/brain-health-sleep-diet-3-health-resolutions-for-2025 Brain health, diet, diet: 3 health resolutions for 2025Author: Yasemin Nicola Sakay Date: Tue, diet: 3 health resolutions for 2025Brain health, heart, In Conversation. Illustration by Andrew Nguyen for Medical News Today As humans, is to start small and be as specific as possible—whether that be via setting a time frame or measurable results. In our August 2023 podcast episode, Medical News Today shares three actionable resolutions that can help improve your health in the new year. What can you do to support your brain, one of the most influential times of the year for transformation and setting the stage for change is New Year’s. When it comes to making resolutions for health or any other area of life, sleep, we are all capable of growth and change. And perhaps, we may set unrealistic or very large goals that set us up for failure from the start. The key
Posted on December 24, 2024 by NatureKnows
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Key points Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is linked to brain health and cognition. Aerobic exercise boosts memory, executive function, and mental acuity. The cognitive benefits of CRF become more important as we age. Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) or “cardiofitness” helps us live longer, healthier lives ….
Posted on December 21, 2024 by NatureKnows
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Key points Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) is linked to brain health and cognition. Aerobic exercise boosts memory, executive function, and mental acuity. The cognitive benefits of CRF become more important as we age. Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) or “cardiofitness” helps us live longer, healthier lives ….
Posted on December 21, 2024 by NatureKnows
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DAWN OF SUPERINTELLIGENCE In the rapidly evolving landscape of the 21 st century, the past five years have witnessed groundbreaking advancements in neurotechnology, pushing the boundaries of human cognitive potential and reshaping societal structures. These developments, often deemed as institution-breaking, are not just enhancing…
Posted on December 21, 2024 by NatureKnows
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Neurons in the neocortex: Slow-wave sleep strengthens the connections between them, supporting memory formation. Credit: © Charité, Sabine Grosser Slow-wave sleep plays a crucial role in strengthening memory by enhancing synaptic connections in the brain, with new findings suggesting potential methods for boosting memory…