Mental Health and Brain Health

A simple 15-second verbal fluency check could serve as a powerful tool for monitoring brain health

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Recent research indicates that the number of words a person can list in a specific category within just fifteen seconds may serve as a strong indicator of their broader cognitive health. The study suggests that the initial burst of word

Mental Health and Brain Health

No causal links between estradiol and female’s brain and mental health using Mendelian randomization

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Samples and data sources

Available summary statistics

Summary statistics from GWAS, including only White European female samples, were used for all variables, except for sensitivity analyses conducted in White European males. Samples were selected to minimise overlap between the exposure

Mental Health and Brain Health

Top Brain Health Tips for Women in Midlife, Backed by Neurologists

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Your 40s and 50s may seem too early to start seriously thinking about brain health, but according to neurologists, it’s exactly the right time.

“I stress the importance of brain health in midlife because this is when many women begin

Nutrition for Brain Health

Powerful food combinations that improve heart, bone, and brain health from morning meals to evening dinners |

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Powerful food combinations that improve heart, bone, and brain health from morning meals to evening dinners

Certain food pairings not only enhance flavour but also maximise the nutritional benefits your body receives. From the classic combination of yogurt and berries to the heart-friendly mix of tomatoes and olive oil, these pairings harness the power of nutrient

Technology and Brain Health

How Do We Ensure Digital Mental Health Solutions Reach Underserved Youth?

3 min read

Digital solutions have greatly expanded access to mental health support, though they’re not always reaching the people who need it the most, such as youth in rural, low-income and marginalized communities.

That’s why during a panel discussion at the recent

Technology and Brain Health

Can high tech smart rings and AI headbands improve our mental health?

7 min read

Jenn Bischof of Odessa, Florida, never imagined technology would become such a central part of her personal health journey — yet today, she’s tracking everything from her sleep cycles to stress levels with the help of artificial intelligence.

The latest

Mental Health and Brain Health

How Intermittent Fasting Affects Your Brain Health

8 min read

Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern where you switch between periods of eating and fasting. Fasting typically involves eating no food at all, but in some approaches, it means eating a reduced number of calories.

Scientists have only recently begun

Nutrition for Brain Health

NIZO and University of Twente partner on lab device to test how food affects brain health

3 min read

Dutch food research organization NIZO and the University of Twente have announced a strategic partnership to commercialize the Gut-Brain Axis on Chip, a laboratory device that mimics how the human gut and brain communicate. The technology allows researchers to test