Common sleep aid may disrupt system that clears brain waste linked to Alzheimer’s

Common sleep aid may disrupt system that clears brain waste linked to Alzheimer's

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…

How deep sleep clears a mouse’s mind, literally

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…

The Power of Waiting: Your Brain’s Defense Against Dementia

The Power of Waiting: Your Brain's Defense Against Dementia

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…

This diet can improve memory, reduce dementia risk and boost ‘cognitive flexibility’

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…

Mediterranean diet linked to improved memory via gut bacteria changes

Mediterranean diet linked to improved memory via gut bacteria changes

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…

Cells all over the body store ‘memories’: What does this mean for health?

Cells all over the body store 'memories': What does this mean for health?

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…

Scientists: This Diet Can Boost Your Brain by Changing Your Gut Microbiome

Scientists: This Diet Can Boost Your Brain by Changing Your Gut Microbiome

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…

Can We Stop Brain Aging? Scientists Uncover Mitochondrial Key

Can We Stop Brain Aging? Scientists Uncover Mitochondrial Key

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…

Intermittent Fasting and Brain Health

Intermittent Fasting and Brain Health

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…

9 unexpected things we learned about mental health and our brains in 2024

9 unexpected things we learned about mental health and our brains in 2024

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…

9 unexpected things we learned about mental health and our brains in 2024

9 unexpected things we learned about mental health and our brains in 2024

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…

7 mind-blowing ways deep sleep supercharges your brain, according to science

7 mind-blowing ways deep sleep supercharges your brain, according to science

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…

Why getting more deep sleep may help improve memory

Why getting more deep sleep may help improve memory

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 –…

New Research Reveals That a Single Session of Exercise Can Supercharge Your Brain for the Next 24 Hours

New Research Reveals That a Single Session of Exercise Can Supercharge Your Brain for the Next 24 Hours

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…

According to Researchers, Your Breathing Patterns Could Hold the Key to Better Memory

According to Researchers, Your Breathing Patterns Could Hold the Key to Better Memory

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…

Brain health, sleep, diet: 3 health resolutions for 2025

Brain health, sleep, diet: 3 health resolutions for 2025

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…

15 Ways Cardiofitness Boosts Brain Power in Older Adulthood

15 Ways Cardiofitness Boosts Brain Power in Older Adulthood

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 ….

15 Ways Cardiofitness Boosts Brain Power in Older Adulthood

15 Ways Cardiofitness Boosts Brain Power in Older Adulthood

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 ….

Breakthrough Brain Technologies Revolutionizing Human Institutions

Breakthrough Brain Technologies Revolutionizing Human Institutions

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…

Unlock the Science of Deep Sleep and Memory Formation

Unlock the Science of Deep Sleep and Memory Formation

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…

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