Can exercise keep your brain healthier?
We’ve all heard that exercise is good for us. Experts recommend getting at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week.
This can include...
Do brain games really keep your brain sharp?
As we get older, many people worry about keeping their minds sharp and avoiding memory problems. Brain games, like puzzles, memory challenges, and apps...
How hearing loss increases dementia risk
Hearing loss is a common problem, especially as people age. What many don’t realize is that hearing loss doesn’t just affect your ability to...
Common sleep drugs are linked to dementia, study finds
A recent study by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, found that people who frequently use sleep medications may face a higher...
These lifestyle choices can lead to early brain aging and dementia
New research from the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Thompson Institute has revealed a connection between lifestyle habits and early signs of aging in...
Scientists map aging in brain cells, revealing potential for new therapies
Scientists at the Allen Institute have made groundbreaking discoveries about how the brain changes as it ages.
By studying mice, they identified specific brain cell...
Feeling forgetful? 7 ways to boost your memory at any age
We all forget things sometimes—whether it’s where we left our keys or someone’s name. While occasional forgetfulness is normal, especially as we age, there...
Light exercise can yield significant cognitive benefits, new research shows
Everyday physical activity, like going for a short walk or playing with the kids, may provide short-term benefits for cognitive health, equivalent to reversing...
Coffee may protect against cognitive decline in heart rhythm disorders
Drinking several cups of coffee daily could help reduce cognitive decline in people with atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart rhythm disorder. This finding...
The hidden link between high blood pressure and dementia
Many people know that high blood pressure, or hypertension, is bad for the heart, but fewer are aware that it can also harm the...