Mental Health and Brain Health

Astringency in flavanol-rich foods may be key to unlocking brain health benefits

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A study by Japanese researchers from the Shibaura Institute of Technology highlights how the astringent taste of flavanols — found in cocoa, tea, grapes, and berries — may help activate brain function and the nervous system by stimulating the gastrointestinal

Nutrition for Brain Health

Research Shows Nuts and Berries Support Brain Health with Key Nutrients

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Versatile and delicious, nuts and berries have earned their place in research-proven, brain-healthy diets—from savory walnuts to ripe strawberries blended into a smoothie.

“Nuts and berries contain nutrients important for brain health, including minerals, vitamins, fiber, good

Nutrition for Brain Health

Green-Mediterranean diet, 2 key foods may help

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A variation of the Mediterranean diet, which includes green tea, could help slow brain aging, research indicates. Eugenia Bakanova/Stocksy
  • The Mediterranean diet, which includes lots of fruit, vegetables, and fish, has gained popularity due to its links
Mental Health and Brain Health

Harvard neuroscientist’s bizarre brain hacks might be your key to peak mental health

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In a world where brain health advice often revolves around leafy greens, crossword puzzles, and hitting the gym, Harvard-trained neuroscientist Kevin Woods is offering something a little more… unconventional. According to Woods, who serves as Director of Science at Brain.fm—a
Nutrition for Brain Health

AI Reveals Key Predictors of Lifelong Brain Health

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Summary: A new study used machine learning to pinpoint the lifestyle and health factors most strongly associated with cognitive performance across the lifespan. Among 374 adults aged 19 to 82, age, blood pressure, and BMI were the top predictors of

Nutrition for Brain Health

Machine learning identifies key lifestyle factors for healthy brain function

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A new study offers insight into the health and lifestyle indicators – including diet, physical activity and weight – that align most closely with healthy brain function across the lifespan. The study used machine learning to determine which variables best

The Relationship Between Brain Health and Lifestyle

The connection between heart and brain health is key to overall wellness

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The connection between heart and brain health is key to overall wellness

Published: November 20, 2024

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

According to the American Heart Association, there is a connection between the health of your heart and your brain,

Technology and Brain Health

New study links technology use to key health benefit, experts say

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The studies analyzed more than 411,000 adults with an average age of 69

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Keeping up with new technology might actually help older people’s cognitive abilities(Image: Getty Images)
Nutrition for Brain Health

This underrated nutrient could be key for healthy brain ageing

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Vitamin K – a nutrient we mainly get from green vegetables – might be crucial for protecting our brains against cognitive decline.

According to a new study from Tufts University, US, the vitamin may be particularly useful for maintaining cells