Can coffee fix memory loss from poor sleep? New study offers clues
Many people rely on caffeine to feel more alert after a bad night’s sleep.
Now, new research suggests that caffeine may do more than just...
Cannabis may distort memories and disrupt daily thinking, study finds
Cannabis is widely used in many parts of the world, especially as laws change and the drug becomes more accessible.
Many people know that cannabis...
Getting fitter may help improve your brain functions
Many people know that exercise is good for the body.
It can strengthen the heart, improve muscle health, and help control weight. However, scientists are...
How repeated concussions harm the brain
From football players to military personnel, people who suffer repeated head injuries often face serious long-term health issues.
These include problems with memory, mood, and...
Why brain fog happens and what you can do about it
Many people use the term “brain fog” to describe a frustrating mental state where thinking feels slow, unclear, or exhausting.
It is not a medical...
Natural ways to ease nerve pain from peripheral neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that affects the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.
It often causes pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness, especially in...
Cranberries could help enhance memory function in older adults
Scientists from Norwich Medical School have conducted a study examining the potential cognitive benefits of cranberries in older adults.
Cranberries are small red fruits that...
Common nerve pain drugs may trigger dangerous prescribing cascades
Clinicians may miss side effects of nerve pain drugs like gabapentin, leading to a chain of additional medications that cause more harm than good.
This...
Study finds shared genetic roots for mental illness and brain disorders
A major international study has uncovered deep genetic connections between brain disorders once thought to be completely separate.
Scientists from the University of Oslo and...
This nutrient in brain strongly linked to anxiety disorders
People with anxiety disorders may have lower levels of an important brain chemical called choline, according to a new study from UC Davis Health.
This...