If watching the news or paying the bills has ever made you feel sick, you’re not alone. “Americans are experiencing an unprecedented level of stress, fueled by the rapid-fire news headlines, ongoing inflationary pressures and an increasingly unpredictable world,” Dr. Mariah Corneille, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the gut-brain connection, told The Post. Now, … Read more
Want a sharper mind in your golden years? Start by trimming your waistline. A new study found that diet quality and waist-to-hip ratio in midlife are directly linked to brain health and cognitive function as we get older. “This message is alarming in light of the obesity pandemic.” Dr. Sharmili Edwin Thanarajah, a neurologist at … Read more
Pencils ready — now chew! Gum chewing has been shown to boost blood flow to the brain, enhancing alertness, focus and cognitive function. South Korean researchers discovered that another substance may be even more beneficial for the brain — wood. A new study found that chomping on wooden medical tongue depressors for five minutes can … Read more
An estimated 6.7 million people in the US are living with Alzheimer’s dementia today, and this number could increase to 13.8 million by 2060, according to the NIH. While there are many lifestyle choices that could lower your risk of dementia — including maintaining a good diet, exercising regularly, socializing and keeping your mind stimulated … Read more
NYU economics professor Bill Easterly, a highly respected expert in foreign aid, global poverty and development in Africa, can add a novel title to his lengthy resume — pingpong player extraordinaire. Easterly, 67, picked up the unusual skill as a way to cope with Parkinson’s disease, a neurodegenerative disorder that can cause tremors, slow movement … Read more
Eighties icon Rick Springfield is wrapping his head around a troubling discovery. The “Jessie’s Girl” singer, 75, recently found out that he still has brain damage from an onstage fall 25 years ago. It was a surprising finding from a Prenuvo whole-body MRI scan. “I fell 25 feet, hit my head and then wood came … Read more
If you’re looking for an all-natural treat that can reduce inflammation and give your heart and brain a boost, then we’ve got berry good news for you. As a bonus for the weight-conscious, this juicy little gem clocks in at only 80 calories per serving — most of which is water — and you only … Read more
A healthy gut helps you digest your food and absorb its nutrients, strengthens your immune system and reduces your risk of certain chronic diseases. But not everyone realizes that having a happy belly also has a major impact on your mood since about 90% of your body’s serotonin and over 50% of your dopamine — … Read more
Who needs a crystal ball when you’ve got artificial intelligence? Researchers at Mass General Brigham have developed a potentially game-changing AI tool capable of detecting subtle changes in brain wave patterns that could predict cognitive decline years before symptoms appear. “This could completely change how we approach dementia prevention,” said Dr. Shahab Haghayegh, lead author … Read more
A puzzling discovery has left doctors scratching their heads: The brain of an American woman with Down syndrome showed all the classic signs of Alzheimer’s disease, yet she remained symptom-free throughout her lifetime. The patient enrolled in the Alzheimer Biomarker Consortium–Down Syndrome, which was created to explore how the two conditions are connected. She also … Read more
While the benefits of following a Mediterranean diet are well established, a new study suggests that the fresh-forward, olive oil-soaked eating style can boost brain health by promoting certain gut bacteria. Researchers at Tulane University School of Medicine found that lab rats who followed a Mediterranean diet developed different gut bacteria patterns than those who … Read more
The brain plays a big part in the aging process, and scientists think they’ve pinpointed the specific cells that control it. In a study of mice, researchers at the Allen Institute identified certain cells that showed “major changes” with age, particularly in one specific “hotspot,” according to a press release. Mice were chosen because their brains … Read more
When preparing for a big test or athletic event, try to take a load off. A new, small study found that triathletes performed better on a cognitive test that simulates the experience of rapid decision-making in sports when they pooped beforehand. A new, small study found that triathletes performed better on a cognitive test that … Read more
Talk about la creme de la creme. US News & World Report analyzed 38 diets for the new year, revealing on Friday which takes the cake for overall well-being and specific concerns like high blood pressure and menopause. “There are overarching themes that you’ll find across all 21 categories in terms of the top-rated diets,” … Read more
For long-term brain health, older adults might want to carefully consider how they spend their downtime, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of South Australia assessed the 24-hour activity patterns of nearly 400 people over age 60. When it comes to brain health, the study found that the context or type of activity individuals … Read more
If age is a state of mind, this is when the mind begins to decline. A new study has revealed that brain aging peaks at three distinct ages: 57, 70 and 78. The research, published in Nature this month, analyzed the brain scans of more than 10,000 adults and looked for changes in their blood … Read more
Don’t forget to add this to your meal prep. Dr. Jonathan J. Rasouli, a board-certified spinal neurosurgeon at Northwell Health in New York, is opening up his own cookbook and shared some of his best dishes for brain health. Now he’s given The Post his recipe for a Mediterranean quinoa bowl that has a host of … Read more
A British women says the “subtle” symptoms she’d experienced her whole life were actually signs of a potentially dangerous brain disorder. Charlie Rolstone, 44, battled migraines and motion sickness whenever she was “using her phone too much,” but after an incident in which she rushed to the hospital, she discovered that the phone wasn’t really … Read more
This is jaw-dropping news. Obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes and smoking are among the known risk factors for dementia, a loss of cognitive functioning that affects nearly 7 million Americans. New research from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine provides more evidence that muscle mass loss, also known as sarcopenia, can also significantly increase the risk … Read more
Get ready for an attitude adjustment. Being a “negative person” or a “positive person” isn’t set in stone — and using a really simple trick that anyone can learn could change your mood, your perspective and even your whole life, according to a brain training specialist. It was certainly a game-changer for Emilie Leyes, who … Read more