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New Research: Talking Faster Is Linked to Better Brain Health As We Age
Recent research indicates that in aging individuals, talking speed is a more accurate indicator of brain health than the struggle to find words. This study suggests that slower speech, rather than pauses in conversation, may signal cognitive decline, offering a new approach to early…
Research provides insight into how the brain translates motivation into goal-oriented behavior
Hunger can drive a motivational state that leads an animal to a successful pursuit of a goal -; foraging for and finding food. In a highly novel study published in Current Biology , researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the National…
Deep brain stimulation didn’t work for a young OCD patient until new brain maps changed everything
Deep brain stimulation for severe obsessive-compulsive disorder helped Julia Hum earn her high-school equivalency certificate last year. By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — Five years ago, in a wheelchair, Julia Hum was admitted to a state mental hospital in Massachusetts. After treatment with targeted…
Addiction and the Gut-Brain Axis
Key points A poor gut microbiota can lead to a leaky gut and systemic inflammation. Inflammation affects the brain, causing depression, anxiety, and poor impulse control. This can lead to self-medication and multiple kinds of substance use disorders. It doesn’t have to be this…
How ultra-processed food harms the body and brain
Diets heavy in ultra-processed food are linked with increased morbidity and mortality, including increased risk for metabolic syndrome, obesity, and depression. Although many ultra-processed foods—soda, candy, energy bars, fruit-flavored yogurt, frozen pizza, and frozen meals—can satisfy cravings for sweet, fatty, salty foods, emerging research…
Lion’s mane mushroom: The exotic functional mushroom that boosts brain health and provides many other health benefits
Several studies have added to the growing pile of evidence proving that lion’s mane mushroom can be very beneficial for people looking to boost brain health . Considered the world’s first “smart mushroom,” lion’s mane mushroom, also known by its scientific name Hericium erinceus,…
Study finds daily fiber supplement improves older adults’ brain function in just 12 weeks
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain A daily fiber supplement improved brain function in people over 60 in just 12 weeks. The study, published recently in Nature Communications by researchers from the School of Life Course & Population Sciences showed that this simple and cheap addition…
A noninvasive treatment for ‘chemo brain’
Patients undergoing chemotherapy often experience cognitive effects such as memory impairment and difficulty concentrating — a condition commonly known as “chemo brain.” MIT researchers have now shown that a noninvasive treatment that stimulates gamma frequency brain waves may hold promise for treating chemo brain….
Does intermittent fasting have benefits for our brain?
Intermittent fasting has become a popular dietary approach to help people lose or manage their weight . It has also been promoted as a way to reset metabolism, control chronic disease, slow ageing and improve overall health . Meanwhile, some research suggests intermittent fasting…
Lithium: The little-known element that can protect people from brainwashing by global elites, says researcher, author and medical doctor
For experts such as Dr. Michael Nehls, a world-renowned author, medical doctor and post-doctoral molecular geneticist, the globalist anti-human agenda is being rolled out via a warfare inside human brains – hijacking cognitively to influence and disrupt both the mental and physical immune systems….
Study finds direct correlation between increased screen time for toddlers and delays in language development
A recent study conducted by the Telethon Kids Institute in Australia has found a direct correlation between increased screen time for toddlers and delays in their language development . The study, which spanned two-and-a-half years and involved monitoring 220 Australian families, uncovered alarming insights…
AI Reveals Brain Oscillations for Memory and Disease
Summary: A recent study showcases a significant leap in the study of brain oscillations, particularly ripples, which are crucial for memory organization and are affected in disorders like epilepsy and Alzheimer’s. Researchers have developed a toolbox of AI models trained on rodent EEG data…
Brain Waves at Night: The Key to Preventing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s?
Scientists have discovered that the brain’s activity during sleep, particularly the generation of rhythmic brain waves, is crucial for flushing out waste. This process could offer new strategies for preventing neurodegenerative diseases and improving sleep efficiency, potentially reducing the necessity for long sleep durations….
Don’t Give Up on Your Memory No Matter Your Age
Key points Memory loss seems like an inevitable feature of aging, especially with current news stories. New research shows how these attitudes about aging can penetrate one’s confidence in one’s own memory. Some effort plus self-confidence may be all a person needs to keep…
Natural ways to manage aches and pains
Here are some drug-free ways to manage aches and pains that have been recommended by naturopathic doctors. For best results, speak with a naturopathic doctor who can help determine the root cause of your problem and prescribe a treatment that will work for you….
Bioactive compounds in GINKGO BILOBA found to improve cognitive recovery after stroke
A preliminary study revealed that ischemic stroke survivors had faster and better recovery of cognitive function after receiving injections of ginkgo diterpene lactone meglumine (GDLM) – a combination of the biologically active components of the “living fossil,” ginkgo biloba. One of the three main…
Revolutionary brain stimulation technique shows promise for treating brain disorders
The human brain’s adaptability to internal and external changes, known as neural plasticity, forms the foundation for understanding cognitive functions like memory and learning, as well as various neurological disorders. New research conducted by a team led by Dr. PARK Joo Min of the…
Talking fast linked to better brain health in old age
Photo by Connor Olson from Unsplash TORONTO, Ontario — It turns out that talking slowly and clearly may not be so great after all. Researchers from the Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care and the University of Toronto have found that talking speed can serve…
CDC’s expansion of vaccination schedule for Americans sparks controversy
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ‘s (CDC) decision to expand the vaccination schedule for Americans has sparked controversy. According to a report by Natural Health 365 , “in recent years, the childhood injection schedule has expanded beyond addressing the diseases most commonly…
Scientists uncover brain mechanisms for social memory recall in mice
The human brain has the extraordinary ability to rapidly discern a stranger from someone familiar, even as it can simultaneously remember details about someone across decades of encounters. Now, in mouse studies, scientists at Columbia’s Zuckerman Institute have revealed how the brain elegantly performs…