Natisha “Tish” Long is familiar with what’s considered to be the most agonizing sensations known to humans. Since 2018, an unbearable “shocking, throbbing pain” would course through her face at random, lasting from seconds to minutes each time. “When I got my shocks, it was all-in-one, everything hit me,” she told The Post. Every second … Read more
Protecting our brains should be top of mind as we get older. The most conscientious make a point to get out and exercise, avoid smoking and keep tabs on blood pressure — maybe even protect their hearing, get vaccinated and listen to music to lower dementia risk. But a seemingly harmless routine practiced by as … Read more
A recent study conducted by Canadian researchers found a correlation between high consumption of ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of stroke and future memory problems in healthy adults. Using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans to examine the brains of about 9,000 participants, the researchers discovered small areas of brain damage more commonly in people … Read more
Sheet happens during pillow talk. There’s a slew of bizarre behaviors during sleep, and while sleep talking may be the least unusual, it’s possibly one of the most common, with studies suggesting around 2 in 3 people exhibit the behavior. Researchers decided to take a closer look at what sleep talkers are yapping about, including … Read more
“Girl, where are you?!? U ok??!” That was the message one of Sabrina Bahsoon’s 800,000-plus TikTok followers left after the influencer, better known as “Tube Girl,” disappeared from social media for months. The 25-year-old Malaysian-born law school graduate, who shot to fame with dramatic, lip-sync performances filmed on the London Underground, wasn’t taking a planned … Read more
A rare fungus found around the world kills up to 70% of the people it infects by liquifying the brain. Now, the CDC is sounding the alarm that cases of this infection have jumped four-fold in just two years. They warn there’s no federal tracking and surveillance of the disease. Experts are also unsure of … Read more
Holding your breath may be more than just a good party trick. While it sounds like the last thing you’d want to do to your brain, new research suggests that regularly depriving it of oxygen could come with some surprising benefits. The study authors say their findings could one day pave the way for a … Read more
People obsess over looking younger — but what about staying sharp? For many, the brain isn’t a priority until something goes wrong. But by then, you may have missed the chance to get ahead of the problem. “Basically every single thing that we’re doing now is shaping our brain health down the road,” Dr. Randy … Read more
Alan Alda’s first symptoms of Parkinson’s disease weren’t the typical tremors, stiffness or slow movement. It was throwing a pillow at his wife in his sleep. “I had a symptom, which at the time was not that well-known: Acting out your dreams,” the 90-year-old Emmy winner told CBS Sunday Morning. Actor Alan Alda experienced a … Read more
How can your bones tell you about your brain health? Researchers at Johns Hopkins knew that bone and brain health can both deteriorate with age. They wondered whether the health of one could offer clues about how quickly the other would decline. It might be a way to spot problems in the brain earlier and … Read more
As GLP-1 weight-loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy continue to surge in popularity, experts warn that rapid weight loss and severe caloric restriction could deprive the brain of vital energy and nutrients. Dr. Tommy Wood, a professor of pediatrics and neuroscience at the University of Washington, said the drugs’ effects on the brain may depend on whether … Read more
With autism cases on the rise in the US, spiking 175% between 2011 and 2022, more are looking for solutions to common symptoms, such as sensory over-responsivity. To many autistic children, everyday sensations, such as scratchy fabric or a loud car horn, can be overwhelming and cause distress. One study from UCLA Health, though, may have … Read more
Children who blink more, think more. Researchers found that spontaneous and rapid eye-blinking is a sign of higher performance on cognitive flexibility tasks in children aged 3-6. The association is linked to brain activation in the right dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (dIPFC), which controls executive functioning for planning and focus. Blinking is directly related to brain … Read more
Your pasta dinner could ketchup to your brain health. Diets rich in fruits and vegetables have been shown to boost memory, and one of the most popular, yet controversially, grouped fruits could change how our brains function. Researchers in Spain tested how tomatoes impact the cognitive function of healthy middle-aged adults, and it may be … Read more
It may be time to take this old-school pastime off the shelf. A growing body of research suggests that a once-beloved childhood hobby, now increasingly falling by the wayside, is linked to better mental health, sharper cognitive skills and even differences in brain structure later in life. “It’s something we ought to be encouraging from … Read more
Next time you have a good, hard think, just know you’re racking your brains. Yes, you read that right — it’s plural. Scientists at Stanford University have discovered that the human brain isn’t one, but two organs. And the revelation could be huge for researching treatment for serious diseases including ALS. Scientists have uncovered an … Read more
A brain-boosting nutrient may sharpen your mind but knock years off your life. Research suggests the popular supplement ingredient, widely touted for improving focus and cognitive performance, may have a surprising downside when it comes to longevity. Scientists found that men with higher levels of the substance in their blood tended to have shorter lifespans … Read more
Forget counting sheep. Across the country, roughly one in three American adults get less than the recommended seven hours of sleep each night, leaving millions to muddle through the next day on fumes. But new research suggests adding a surprisingly simple activity to your nighttime routine could help keep your brain sharp — even when … Read more
A two-time world champion cheerleader from California’s Riverside County struggled to stay awake during the day despite sleeping through the night –– until a study revealed she was suffering from a chronic brain disorder. Rylie Shaw, 22, spent her teenage years running from one doctor to the other with her parents to figure out what was … Read more
Think pink for better sleep and extra brain benefits. While research is mixed about the benefits of background noise during sleep, many have added apps and ambient sound machines to nighttime routines for reduced clamor and improved rest. And our brains could see a big benefit with sound machines — and one type of static … Read more