Fall fanatics go nuts for it! There’s one beloved pantry staple that embodies the essence of autumn, stirring up memories of baking, cozy drinks and holiday preparations. The swirl of warmth and sweetness also possesses bacteria-fighting powers and may improve learning and memory — but too much could be toxic. This popular spice has been … Read more
Talk about brain drain. We know that a bad night’s sleep can leave us groggy, grumpy and unable to focus, which can affect our judgment and productivity. It turns out that restlessness fueled by a few poor habits can also accelerate brain aging by several months, new research reports. A new study suggests that five … Read more
It may be time to switch up your shower routine. A wellness trend making the rounds on social media promotes ‘dark showering,’ which is exactly what it sounds like: your daily bathing ritual, just at night or with the lights low. “Light powerfully influences the brain,” Dr. Daniel Amen, psychiatrist, brain imaging specialist and founder … Read more
Rapper Young Bleed has died at the age of 51. The hip-hop star’s eldest son, Ty’Gee Ramon Clifton, announced the shocking news in an Instagram post on Monday. “Rip to the biggest legend I kno…. Young bleed!” the late No Limit rapper’s son wrote. “Love u Dad so much and will definitely miss u… but … Read more
Kim Kardashian revealed a shocking health scare during Hulu’s “The Kardashians” Season 7 premiere on Thursday. In a preview teaser clip for the rest of the season, Kardashian, 45, got an MRI and then told her sister Kourtney Kardashian on the phone, “There was a little aneurysm.” “Whoa,” a shocked Kourtney, 46, responded as she … Read more
One seaweed superfood is so packed with protein that some fans call it a “vegetarian meatball” — and it’s also been linked to slower brain aging. Packed with vital nutrients, the tiny aquatic plant could prevent cognitive decline and conditions like Alzheimer’s disease, according to some research. It may even help with weight loss and … Read more
Women who use Depo-Provera face a higher risk of developing a slow-growing brain tumor, according to a new study that comes as the contraceptive’s maker, Pfizer, faces hundreds of lawsuits claiming that it was aware of the potential risks. Depo-Provera — the brand name for depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) — contains the synthetic progestin hormone, … Read more
Good news for your golden years. Our physical strength, skin elasticity and fertility may all peak when we’re young — but new research has determined that the best years for our brains are actually much later in life. Published in the journal Intelligence, this study focused on measurable, enduring psychological traits that have a direct … Read more
Ace Frehley is reportedly on life support. The Kiss co-founder and original guitarist, 74, is said to have suffered a brain bleed after taking a scary fall in his studio last month, insiders close to the rocker told TMZ on Thursday. Although Frehley spoke out after the incident to cancel a spate of upcoming tour … Read more
Imagine you’re at a coffee shop, desperate for your morning caffeine fix. But the line? It’s crawling at a snail’s pace. With every agonizing second that drags by, your patience wears thinner and the urge to storm behind the counter and pour your own cup grows stronger. But experts say that aggravating wait might actually … Read more
Pfizer is facing a landmark lawsuit in the US brought on behalf of more than 1,000 women who say they developed brain tumors after taking the popular contraceptive injection Depo-Provera. On Monday, US time, Pfizer will appear in federal court in Pensacola, Florida, for a crucial hearing on whether the case — which could have … Read more
A new viral trend has taken social media by storm, and now it’s creeping into classrooms across Australia. It’s called the “six seven” trend. While the name suggests numbers, there’s no math involved. Decoding what it actually means, though? That’s proving almost as tricky. What does 6 7 actually mean? So, where does it come from? Like many of these trends, it’s … Read more
A novel gene therapy has been found to significantly slow the progression of Huntington’s disease, offering new hope to sufferers of the incurable disorder that destroys brain cells over time. Drugmaker uniQure reported the results of its small but “groundbreaking” Phase I/II study this week, finding that a high dose of its AMT-130 therapy slowed … Read more
A teacher who was told her headaches were caused by the contraceptive pill was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Holly Worswick, 26, started experiencing headaches and intermittent vision. After a concerned visit to her GP, she was told her symptoms were caused by the contraceptive pill and was placed on another one. But her symptoms … Read more
The plot thickens … New research suggests that we pay a higher price for our high-fat indulgences than previously thought — even just one milkshake can impair blood flow to the brain, increasing the risk of stroke and dementia. “As we’re learning, when it comes to protecting brain health, every meal may count,” researchers Chris Marley … Read more
Heads up: A lot of what you think you know about your brain is just plain wrong. From sleep scams to multitasking myths, bad advice is steering Americans off course — and it’s messing with their minds. To cut through the confusion, The Post spoke to Dr. Joel Salinas, a behavioral neurologist and chief medical … Read more
A school-aged child in L.A. recently died after developing a rare neurological disease years after contracting the measles. Authorities didn’t reveal many details about the case, except that the child was infected with measles as an infant, before they were eligible for the vaccine. Measles is a respiratory disease that spreads easily from person to … Read more
Levels of iron in the brain could be a warning sign of future Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests. High levels of the chemical element have been shown to increase brain toxins and trigger neurodegeneration, resulting in cognitive decline — especially when they interact with the abnormal amyloid and tau proteins that are the hallmark pathologies of Alzheimer’s … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. From colostrum to chlorophyll to collagen, it’s tough to keep up with all the buzzworthy pills and powders on the internet. Yet even among all the chatter, one supplement is proving hard to ignore: … Read more
Your favorite diet soda could have a detrimental effect on your cognitive health, a new study suggests. In a Brazilian study published in the journal Neurology, participants who consumed the highest amount of artificial sweeteners were found to have “significantly faster declines” in thinking and memory skills. Researchers determined that the highest-consuming group lost about 1.6 years in … Read more