Exercise increases blood flow and oxygen to the brain, supporting memory and thinking. Strength training may enhance cognitive performance and slow brain degeneration. Aim for 30-45 minutes of ...

Exercise and naps may protect memory after sleep deprivation in different ways. A doctor explains what these results from a ...

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and early Alzheimers disease can make everyday thinking tasks feel harder, whether that means remembering names, following a conversation, or feeling confident in a new ...

Brain injuries can be devastating to you and your loved ones. Learn some tips to help you on your journey to recover from this traumatic experience.

You know the old adage "If you don't use it, you lose it"? Well, that couldn't be more true of one of the most crucial organs in your body: the brain. According to Neurosculpting founder and DailyOM ...

A large study found no solid evidence that physical activity leads to a younger-looking brain or better cognitive test scores ...

The study focused particularly on executive function rather than showing improvements across every area of cognition. The researchers did not find the same clear benefit for processing speed, ...

A new study shows that doing brain training exercises is more effective at improving cognitive function than performing knowledge games, like crossword puzzles. This is the preliminary analysis of the ...

With an aging population, rates of dementia will only climb, yet doctors have few effective strategies for addressing the worst symptoms. more Mild cognitive impairment, in which older adults show ...

The brain, in other words, is the orchestra conductor which orders the body’s movements. We call the faculties that allow us to interact with our environment cognitive abilities. These include ...

You’ve probably heard it before: the brain is a muscle that can be strengthened. It’s an assumption that has spawned a multimillion-dollar computer-game industry of electronic brainteasers and memory ...

More than 57 million people worldwide live with dementia, with up to 45% of that risk traced back to modifiable lifestyle factors, including social isolation and physical inactivity. Recently, the ...