We’ve talked about the benefits exercise can bring to all parts of your body. But, arguably the biggest benefits that come with physical activity happen in your brain. After all, studies have found that keeping fit reduces cognitive decline by:. Boosting cognitive processing (your brain’s ability to work through...

Exercise renews the brain’s plaque-fighting cells

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Researchers at the University of California San Diego discovered that an unusually large brain could be the first sign of autism, potentially detectable in as early as the first trimester. Some children with autism face severe, enduring challenges including developmental delays, social difficulties, and possibly an inability to speak. Meanwhile,...

Scientists May Have Discovered the First Sign of Autism: An Unusually Large Brain

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Variety may be the spice of life, but spices themselves hold the key to a healthier, longer life.  

More than just a dash of flavor, spices provide much-needed benefits to the brain, improving memory recall, focus, energy levels and cognitive function.    

Dr. Brandon Crawford, a neurologist specializing in brain health, offered up his spicy insights to SheFinds about what five spices are best for boosting energy levels and overall well-being.

Black pepper



Perhaps the most common spice on the list, black pepper contains piperine, a compound that improves memory and cognitive function by increasing neurotransmitter activity in the...

These 5 spices can boost energy levels and brain function

Having more positive experiences in life can greatly improve your brain health, according to a new study led by Columbia University. The researchers found that positive psychosocial experiences are associated with slower age-related cognitive decline, a lower risk of developing brain disorders like Alzheimer’s disease, and even a longer life.

Brain health may literally be a state of mind

Researchers have identified a key cellular process that helps the brain maintain its energy supply, potentially opening new avenues for treating cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases. The study, published in Nature, reveals how star-shaped brain cells called astrocytes detect and respond to the energy needs of nearby neurons. Led by...

Brain’s Energy Boost Mechanism Uncovered, Offers Hope for Late-Life Cognitive Health

Summary: Researchers reversed Alzheimer’s symptoms in mice using a synthetic peptide, PHDP5, that targets brain function. The study shows that PHDP5 can cross the blood-brain barrier and restore memory by improving synaptic function. The treatment could delay cognitive decline if administered early. This breakthrough paves the way for new...

Synthetic Peptide Reverses Alzheimer’s Symptoms

Changes in how regions of the brain interact with each other, which occur during the surgical procedure for deep brain stimulation (DBS), can temporarily ease motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, even before the electrical stimulation is turned on, a study finds. The microlesion effect, as this temporary improvement is...

Brain rewiring eases Parkinson’s symptoms before DBS is turned on

In the pursuit of optimal well-being, cognitive health has become an important topic. We want to keep our brains young as we age. Several foods and supplements have been associated with a boost in brain power–in fact, there’s an entire diet dedicated to it. When it comes to...

The #1 Herb for Better Brain Health, According to Neurologists

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A recent study by researchers from Cardiff University and the University of Bristol in the UK sheds light on a genetic variant linked to an increased risk of late-onset Alzheimer's disease. The variant, P460L, affects the EphA1 gene, crucial for cell communication, movement, and development.

Researchers discover a unique link between blood-brain barrier and immune attack

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A new study highlights how drinking more than three cups of  coffee a day affects dopamine levels in the brains of people with Parkinson's, a finding that potentially influence how we monitor and perhaps one day treat the disease.



					
			

The research, led by a team from the University of Turku and Turku University Hospital in Finland, was undertaken to fill in a specific knowledge gap: how coffee consumption affects people already diagnosed with, and showing symptoms of, Parksinon's.
Symptoms of  Parkinson's disease arise with the marked loss of dopamine-producing cells in a brain region called the substantia nigra. Previous studies...

Caffeine Has an Intriguing Effect on The Brains of Parkinson's Patients

A crucial protein in early brain development could hold the key to preventing autism and other neurological disorders. Researchers at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory have identified how this protein shapes sensory circuits in newborn mice, potentially opening new avenues for early intervention in humans. Pruning the Brain’s Connections. As...

Brain Protein Discovery Could Lead to New Autism Treatments

Some degree of cognitive decline—generally affecting thinking speed and attention span—is a normal part of aging. Research shows that age-related physical changes to certain areas of the brain, including the hippocampus and frontal and temporal lobes, may contribute to the issue. These changes are generally subtle, however, and don’t greatly affect quality of life. In fact, some areas of cognition, including vocabulary and verbal reasoning, may even improve as we get older.

Certain Nutrients Appear to Slow Brain Aging

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A naturally occurring flavonoid can slow down the degradation of vitamin B6 in the brain, theoretically preserving cognitive function, according to a new study in mice.

Combining flavonoid with vitamin B6 may help preserve cognitive function

Research teams have successfully regenerated mouse brain circuits using rat stem cells, showcasing a new method for restoring brain function and studying interspecies brain development. These findings open up possibilities for treating neurological diseases and understanding brain evolution, while also hinting at future clinical applications and ethical challenges in using...

Revolutionizing Regeneration: Rat Stem Cells Restore Mouse Brain Circuits

Article written by Emily Spencer, Edinburgh Napier University. Imagine a future where the smell of menthol could alleviate some of the worst symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. This might sound like science fiction, but innovative new research is making it a potential reality. Scientists have discovered that when mice with...

Alzheimer’s patients could protect memory simply by inhaling menthol, mouse study shows

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A new study in mice and human cells suggests that a small molecule can help reverse signs of aging by extending telomeres and modulating key genes.

Single molecule reverses signs of aging in muscles and brains, mouse study reveals

The following is a summary of “Dopamine signaling enriched striatal gene set predicts striatal dopamine synthesis and physiological activity in vivo,” published in the April 2024 issue of Psychiatry by Sportelli et al. The genetic basis of schizophrenia involves multiple pathways related to synaptic function, but how these...

Understanding Brain Dopamine Pathways and Schizophrenia Genetics

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Cheryl E Preston

Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful, if you were watching earlier this week when Tom Star (Clint Howard died), you know that Li Finnegan (Naomi Matsuda) did not honor her Hippocratic Oath as a physician to "do no harm".

The Bold and the Beautiful shocker: Dr. Li Finnegan broke her Hippocratic Oath by watching Tom die

Humans have long been searching for a “magic elixir” to make us smarter, and improve our focus and memory. This includes traditional Chinese medicine used thousands of years ago to improve cognitive function. Now we have nootropics, also known as smart drugs, brain boosters or cognitive enhancers. You...

Pros and Cons of using four nootropics–caffeine, creatine, L‑theanine, Ashwaghanda–as cognitive enhancers

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The number of relationships and marriages ending because of disloyalty are on the rise. Loyalty plays a key role in strengthening partners’ bond. Yet, some zodiac signs are more loyal than others. They remain committed and faithful to their partners throughout. Loyalty and honesty increases a person’s trust for you.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are The Most Loyal

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Brain Energy Boost Mechanism Discovered

Summary: Researchers identified a key mechanism that detects when the brain needs an energy boost, involving astrocytes and the molecule adenosine. This discovery could lead to...

Brain Energy Boost Mechanism Discovered

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