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Brain health expert Professor James Goodwin. The brain is arguably the most important organ in our body. Not only does it control and coordinate our actions, it’s at the very centre of our human experience – it allows us to think, feel and form…
According to a new study, engaging in household chores may be beneficial for brain health in older adults. The study found that older adults who spent more time on household chores showed greater brain size, which is a strong predictor of cognitive health. The…
We know that regular exercise is good for our bones and muscles. Let’s explore the positive aspects of exercise on our brains. Can exercise prevent memory loss and improve cognitive function? Possibly. Exercise has many known benefits, including reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease…
( Natural News ) Chocolate comes in many forms: dark chocolate, bittersweet chocolate, unsweetened chocolate – even milk chocolate. But if you’re looking for the healthiest chocolate among the bunch, look no further than dark chocolate. Dark chocolate is made up of around 50…
Levels of a toxic gas in the brain could influence whether or not we get dementia and epilepsy, a study reveals. The gas, hydrogen sulfide (H2S), is created inside the body in small doses – and is perhaps best known for carrying the torrid…
Caption: Paper: How to get an energy boost without hitting the coffee Provider: (Picture:Getty) When you’re used to that caffeine kick from your coffee and tea, it can be hard to make the switch to a healthier alternative – but your body will thank…
Intermittent fasting is one of the most wide-sweeping health trends to emerge in recent years, with celebrities far and wide touting the benefits of their time-restricted eating regimens. From Gisele Bündchen to Kourtney Kardashian, Vanessa Hudgens, Jen-An ( swoon ) and Halle Berry (…
A genetic treatment has been discovered which can regrow teeth, offering hope for the millions of people living with dentures. Suppression of the gene USAG-1 with an antibody treatment was found to allow teeth to grow back. The antibody treatment targets the sole gene…
A shared set of systems in the brain may play an important role in controlling the retrieval of facts and personal memories utilised in everyday life, new research shows. Scientists from the University of York say their findings may have relevance to memory disorders,…
Levels of a toxic gas in the brain could influence whether or not we get dementia and epilepsy, a study reveals. The gas, hydrogen sulfide (H2S), is created inside the body in small doses – and is perhaps best known for carrying the torrid…
In the middle of winter, it can be very hard to keep our spirits lifted. We all go into hibernation mode, when the days are short, natural sunlight is in short supply and we may feel low and depressed. This is entirely natural, and…
A shared set of systems in the brain may play an important role in controlling the retrieval of facts and personal memories utilised in everyday life, new research shows. Scientists from the University of York say their findings may have relevance to memory disorders,…
A shared set of systems in the brain may play an important role in controlling the retrieval of facts and personal memories utilised in everyday life, new research shows. The findings may have relevance to people with memory disorders, including dementia. Scientists from the…
Differential brain activity patterns in the retrieval of long-term memory types. Credit: Nature Communications (2021). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-021-22443-2 A shared set of systems in the brain may play an important role in controlling the retrieval of facts and personal memories utilized in everyday life, new…
There are times we hear about recalls or concerns about a food’s ingredients, but we might easily dismiss the news because it doesn’t pertain to a product we buy. Unfortunately, that is not the case for a food that many of us might have…
For many, the jolt of caffeine and the mellowing effects of cannabis make a perfect combination. When the two meet in the body and mind, they can amplify one another, but research is limited as to how they interact on a chemical level. Scientific…
( Natural News ) Neem oil is a versatile substance used in traditional medicine. This incredible natural remedy has many uses, including the ability to relieve common skin conditions like acne and eczema . Neem oil, an antioxidant-rich natural cure Neem oil is a…
Representative image | Shutterstock American Automobile Association’s (AAA) annual survey on autonomous driving reported over 70 per cent of respondents would fear being in a fully self-driving car. That could make companies like Tesla think more about safety before rolling out fully autonomous self-driving…
Stress in the womb could have a lasting impact, according to a new study.Deby Suchaeri/Getty Images Research has revealed an association between common psychiatric conditions and events occurring during fetal development. A new study now suggests that negative stress experienced in the womb may…
Author and brain expert Professor James Goodwin tells Liz Connor about a few simple lifestyle changes to help slow and even reverse cognitive decline. Spinach and flaxseed are two brain-benefiting foods packed full of Omega 3s that we need for our diet Brain health…