The Relationship Between Brain Health and Lifestyle

Your lifestyle may be aging your brain faster than you think

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New research from the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Thompson Institute has found a relationship between lifestyle choices that affect dementia risk and early signs of aging in the brain.

Researchers discovered reduced white matter

Mental Health and Brain Health

New scientific articles highlight potential link between microplastics in ultra-processed foods and brain health

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The calamity of a plastic spoon in your brain

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This cover image depicts a human brain with colorful microplastic particles scattered across its surface, juxtaposed with a white plastic spoon as a visual representation. Research has revealed that the human brain contains approximately “a spoon’s worth” of microplastics

Mental Health and Brain Health

The Microplastics in Your Brain May Be Causing Mental Health Issues

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Each of our brains is swimming in enough microplastics to form a plastic spoon, scientists discovered earlier this year. Since then, medical researchers have been scrambling to understand how that could affect our neurological

Technology and Brain Health

Using tech in later life may protect against cognitive decline, study suggests

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In the 21st century, digital technology has changed many aspects of our lives. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is the latest newcomer, with chatbots and other AI tools changing how we learn and creating considerable philosophical and legal challenges regarding what

Nutrition for Brain Health

Ultra-processed food consumption affects structural integrity of feeding-related brain regions independent of and via adiposity

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    7 Best Foods for Brain Health to Keep Your Mind Sharp, According to Experts

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    It’s normal and expected for your brain to change over time, but there are a lot of things you can do to keep your brain as healthy as possible throughout your life and reduce your risk of developing neurodegenerative conditions

    Mental Health and Brain Health

    GLP-1s may improve some mental health outcomes in addition to lowering body weight

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    Technology and Brain Health

    Rapid Expansion of Mental Wellness Apps: Shaping the Future

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    Dublin, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Mental Wellness Market – Outlook & Forecast 2025-2030” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

    The Mental Wellness Market was valued at USD 166.35 billion in 2024, and is projected to reach

    Mental Health and Brain Health

    Working long hours may alter brain regions linked to mental health

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    If you need an excuse to turn off the laptop over the weekend or rein in overtime, scientists have found that working extended hours actually changes parts of the brain linked to emotional regulation, working memory and solving problems. While