Move over, Batman. A new group of “superhumans” has emerged — and they’re all 80-plus. A study published in Neurology has identified a rare group of older adults called “super movers” who appear to have a remarkable advantage: a significantly lower risk of cognitive decline, even when their brains show the same Alzheimer-related changes seen … Read more
Talk about a wriggly situation. When a man in Spain went to the hospital with chronic headaches, brain scans showed poorly-defined lesions, or tissue where the edges are blurred due to abnormal cell growth. Doctors believed all signs were pointing to deadly cancer that had spread — until they took a closer look. The good … Read more
Former baseball executive David Samson revealed the tragic news on Wednesday that his daughter, Kyra, died one day prior after a nearly yearlong fight with brain cancer. She was 28. Samson, former president of the Marlins and EVP of the now-defunct Expos, said Kyra was diagnosed with glioblastoma nearly 10 months ago and fought against … Read more
New York Times bestselling author and founder of the popular Scary Mommy blog Jill Smokler died Monday of brain cancer. Smokler, a mom of three, was 48. She made a name for herself with unflinching honesty about the realities of marriage and parenting, and developed one of the biggest parenting blogs as the genre was … Read more
“My neighbor tiled my roof for free. He said it was on the house.” While that dad joke might elicit a heavy sigh from family members, experts say a silly pun can alter internal body chemistry and lower stress, potentially providing real health benefits. Dad jokes are uniquely distinguished by their structure, content and comedic devices, according … Read more
Higher levels of vitamin C were linked to healthier brain structure in older adults, suggesting a potential role for nutrition in brain aging. That’s according to new research from Japan, published in the journal PLOS ONE. The observational study included 2,044 participants living in Hirosaki City, Japan, who were originally included in a study exploring dementia and … Read more
It’s easy to get caught up in tending to your weight or the look of your biceps — but don’t forget about gains for your brain. “The brain is a part of our body. The same things that create wellness within our body create wellness within our brain,” Dr. Randy D’Amico, director of the Brain … Read more
An eight-month-old infant with rare but severe epilepsy was cured after receiving an experimental gene replacement in a historic medical moment. The child was one of the first in the world to be treated with gene replacement therapy to restore the function of a crucial gene that regulates nervous system development. It was delivered via … Read more
Don’t sleep on a few troubling behaviors that could increase your risk of developing dementia. Known risk factors for dementia include age, high blood pressure, hearing loss, smoking, high cholesterol, genetics and sleep — and a new study has found that a few key behaviors related to how we rest up can impact our brain … Read more
The old saying that laughter is the best medicine may be true, according to new research that suggests it is also a vital catalyst for children’s development. Laughter and play are fundamental to healthy brain growth, emotional well-being and social bonding, according to Jacqueline Harding, Ph.D., an early childhood expert at Middlesex University in London. In her book, “The … Read more
While the pandemic may be over, its enduring effects are being felt by millions. While most people who test positive for COVID recover within a week or two, some continue to report symptoms — and even develop new ones — months and even years later. Known as long Covid, this debilitating post-infection condition can cause … Read more
Lisa Fasone desperately wanted to give her daughter a little brother or sister. But when she and boyfriend, Larry Brastad, started trying, they joined the millions of Americans battling infertility. “I thought I was never going to have another child,” said the 32-year-old woman from McHenry, Ill. told People. “It was an awful feeling.” More … Read more
The world’s largest and longest-running biohacking conference just wrapped — and peptides were among the hottest topics on the floor. It’s not hard to see why. In recent years, these experimental compounds have exploded across the worlds of longevity, beauty and fitness, with devotees touting benefits ranging from muscle building and injury recovery to slower … Read more
People who quit smoking may reduce their risk of developing dementia later in life, according to new research. A team of researchers at a university in China analyzed data from more than 32,000 adults over a 25-year period and found that former smokers had a lower risk of dementia compared to people who continued smoking. The findings were published … Read more
Bionic brain rot? New research suggests that AI can compromise cognitive function and problem-solving abilities in as little as ten minutes. While the long-term effects of AI have yet to be established, a new study reveals that the technology can seriously impair brain performance in a relatively short period. The study evaluated the effects of … Read more
One spray could turn back the clock. Scientists have developed a therapy that they say could reverse brain aging, restoring memory and focus that’s typically lost over time. And just two doses showed improvements in cognitive function — a notable result, as new dementia cases are projected to double over the next four decades, reaching … Read more
Quinoa may have met its match. An ancient grain from the Middle East, freekeh may not be as well-known as other superstar grains. But its nutritional profile matches up in several ways, and even gives quinoa a run for its money in some essential nutrient content that boosts your brain, metabolism and more. The nutritional … Read more
A woman’s “tingly” and numb face turned out to be a brain tumor – after it was revealed by an MRI for an unrelated back problem. Amy Seager, 38, experienced numbness and tingling on the left side of her face, as well as hearing loss in one of her ears. It wasn’t until she had … Read more
Something fishy may be going on with a daily pill trusted by millions of Americans. Across the country, older adults have embraced a popular supplement often touted as a way to support brain health and possibly even help ward off dementia. But new research is turning that idea on its head, suggesting people who regularly … Read more
Summer is right around the corner — and if that alone isn’t enough to get you back in the gym, this just might. A new study from Pennsylvania State University suggests that working on your six-pack may strengthen your core and give your brain a boost. “Our research explains how just moving around might serve … Read more