A new study offers insight into the health and lifestyle indicators – including diet, physical activity and weight – that align most closely with healthy brain function across the lifespan. The study used machine learning to determine which variables best predicted a person’s ability to quickly complete a task without becoming distracted. Reported in The…
Can changing your diet in your 40s protect your brain? This new study shows the MIND diet lifts mood and lifestyle—before cognitive decline begins. Study: The MIND diet, cognitive function, and well-being among healthy adults at midlife: a randomised feasibility trial. Image Credit: Elena Eryomenko / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal BMC Nutrition, researchers…
In an age where our smartphones feel like an extension of ourselves, the idea of cutting off mobile internet might seem daunting. However, a new research suggests that taking a digital detox—specifically by blocking mobile Internet—can lead to significant improvements in mental health, attention and overall well-being. Ditch this one phone habit and watch your…
Could an online program help protect your brain? New research shows that a personalized digital intervention targeting diet, exercise, and mental well-being can slow cognitive decline and reduce dementia risk in at-risk older adults. Study: An online multidomain lifestyle intervention to prevent cognitive decline in at-risk older adults: a randomized controlled trial. Image Credit: pathdoc / Shutterstock…
Creatine sometimes gets mistaken as a steroid, or a “gym bro” supplement, according to dietitian Avery Zenker. But recently, thanks to increased awareness from podcaster and Stanford University professor Andrew Huberman, wellness influencers on TikTok and market moves, the supplement is rebranding, shedding its “bad rap” and misconceptions around what it is and who it’s…
Plant polyphenols show promise in slowing aging, boosting brain health, and preventing age-related diseases through their powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, offering a natural approach to healthier aging and reduced pharmaceutical dependence. Study: Dietary Polyphenols as Anti-Aging Agents: Targeting the Hallmarks of Aging. Image Credit: marilyn barbone/Shutterstock.com In a recent review article published in Nutrients, researchers examined…