Feeling lonely may take a toll on older adults’ memory — but it may not speed up cognitive decline, according to a new study. Researchers from Colombia, Spain and Sweden analyzed data from more than 10,000 adults ages 65 to 94 across 12 European countries and found those who reported higher levels of loneliness did … Read more
Bramble on. The blacker the berry, the better for you — at least that’s how it would seem, given that this one little berry carries such a staggering array of health benefits. While superfoods like açai, avocado, quinoa and kiwi enjoy global attention, the humble blackberry — native to parts of the US, unlike those other … Read more
Not all supplements are super for your health. In fact, in the wrong dose or combined with the wrong stuff, some supplements can actually do more damage than repair. The rise of TikTok docs, pseudo sponsorships with influencers and gray market sales has led to an explosion of misinformation around dietary supplements — or the more … Read more
Older adults classified as “SuperAgers” generate at least twice as many neurons in the hippocampus than their typical aging peers, a new study has revealed. These findings, released on Wednesday by the University of Illinois Chicago and Northwestern University, could help explain why SuperAgers have exceptional memory and cognitive resilience even well past 80 years old. Northwestern … Read more
New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Most creatine enthusiasts are already familiar with the compound’s wide-ranging benefits, but one debate endures: powders versus chews. Not only has creatine been shown to support muscle performance and recovery, but emerging research also … Read more
Chevrolet just took a joyride straight through America’s feelings. The automaker’s new holiday spot, “Memory Lane,” is going viral for turning a humble 1987 Chevy Suburban into a full-blown emotional time machine — and leaving viewers teary-eyed in the process. Instead of flashy cars and revving engines, the ad follows an older couple on their … Read more
Sylvester Stallone is reflecting on his relationship with his parents. The 79-year-old star spoke about the success of “Rocky,” which won three Academy Awards – including best picture – during a recent interview with CBS News. Looking back on his triumphant night in 1977, Stallone admitted that initially winning felt like “a volcanic moment, and then it … Read more
DEAR ABBY: As my parents have aged, my father has been misremembering things or making wrong assumptions. It has increasingly gotten on my mom’s nerves (she has also become more impatient and snappy lately), and she has been yelling at him in response. Sometimes, he responds back, but usually he doesn’t. My sister snapped at … Read more
You might want to grab an extra handful of your favorite bar snack. A new study suggests that a simple, everyday food can supercharge blood flow in your brain — a vital function that tends to weaken as we get older. Researchers found that the boost not only sharpened memory but also improved participants’ heart … Read more
Certain bitter plant compounds — the kind found naturally in cocoa, apples, berries and red wine — may temporarily boost memory by activating the brain’s internal “alarm system,” a new study suggests. Researchers at the Shibaura Institute of Technology in Japan found that when mice consumed flavanols — plant-based compounds known for their antioxidant properties — their … Read more
It might finally be time to set those parental controls. New research suggests that social media isn’t just feeding your kid the latest memes — it may actually be messing with their brainpower. The study out of UC San Francisco found that children who spend more time on the apps scored lower on reading, vocabulary … 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
Here’s some food for thought. The brain requires a steady supply of nutrients, antioxidants and healthy fats to perform well. Foods like fatty fish, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds have been shown to support brain structure, function and memory. On the flip side, constant consumption of high-fat junk food can harm the brain’s … Read more
Forget ghosts — what lurked in this house was far scarier. A Florida woman was hit with a barrage of mysterious symptoms soon after moving into her new home, starting with a simple headache and escalating into brain fog so severe she couldn’t remember entire conversations within hours. “I felt like I couldn’t think straight … Read more
Herb your enthusiasm — your brain’s about to get a boost. For centuries, a trusty kitchen staple has been celebrated by ancient healers for its wide-ranging medicinal properties, including sharpening memory, concentration and overall cognitive function. Now, modern science is backing up that old-school wisdom, with research suggesting the powerful plant could even help fight … Read more
In a stunning scientific discovery, researchers have found that a pair of drugs can not only slow down Alzheimer’s disease but actually reverse it and restore memory in mice. And the best part of all? Both are already FDA-approved — albeit for cancer. Researchers first pinpointed how Alzheimer’s disease scrambles gene activity in individual brain … Read more
Katie Thurston is going through the wringer in her Stage 4 breast cancer battle. The “Bachelorette” alum, 34, gave a heartbreaking health update in an Instagram video posted Sunday. “I just finished my second month of treatment and if you’re asking how long treatment is, technically forever,” Thurston told her followers. “I am optimistic about … Read more
It was almost game over for Jason Sudeikis on Laurel Canyon. Years before his uncle George Wendt’s death at age 76 on Tuesday, the actor, 49, recalled a childhood memory that involved a fast, new BMW — and the narrow roads of Los Angeles. “We all went out to California to visit and George had just … Read more
A new pilot program launching today across New York aims to turn seniors’ TV screens into personalized hubs for caregiving, communication and connection. Qualifying older adults will receive devices from ONSCREEN, Inc. that can transform any TV into a smart caregiving platform, offering key features like medication reminders, daily check-ins that are sent to their … Read more
Legendary pop singer Johnny Mathis will soon unplug the microphone and take his final bow. Mathis, 89, revealed that he is retiring from live performances after touring the globe for seven decades citing accelerating “age and memory issues.” “As many of you may already be aware, Johnny Mathis is approaching his 90th birthday this year,” … Read more