It’s supposed to be the most magical time of the year. The holidays are for gathering with loved ones, sharing traditions and creating lasting memories. Social connection is important for your spirit — and your mind. Socializing benefits the brain by stimulating cognitive function and by lowering stress hormones like cortisol, which reduces inflammation and … Read more
Wise up! Dementia — which gradually erodes memory, concentration and judgment — affects over 6 million Americans and accounts for more than 100,000 deaths annually. Symptoms tend to be relatively mild at first and worsen over time. Though there’s no cure for dementia, it’s important to recognize the potential signs because early diagnosis can improve … Read more
Talk about a no-brainer. There are several foods you can eat for better brain health, such as fatty fish, leafy greens, nuts, berries, tomatoes and coffee. These nutrient powerhouses provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and healthy fats crucial for optimal brain function and cognitive health. In a viral TikTok, neurologist Baibing Chen reveals three foods that … Read more
Heads up, bottles up. Worldwide, more than 1 billion people suffer from migraines — and because the cause isn’t fully understood, treating them can be tricky, with suffers often curling up in a dark, quiet room, waiting for the pain to pass. But one young woman has revealed the bizarre, unlikely hack that works for … Read more
Take aurally. Turns out the ultimate anxiety remedy may not be in your medicine cabinet — but on Spotify. An eight-minute ambient track called “Weightless” by British band Marconi Union is being hailed as the musical equivalent of a chill pill. The track, ‘Weightless’ by Marconi Union (above) — cooked up with sound therapists to … Read more
A good rule of thumb for protecting your brain health? If a neurologist wouldn’t do it, you probably shouldn’t either. Nearly 7 million Americans and more than 55 million people around the world are living with dementia, an umbrella term used to describe several progressive disorders that affect memory and cognition. While aging — and some age-related … Read more
What the heart wants, the brain wants too. A nutrient-rich diet is crucial for heart, vascular and brain health, as about 25% of our blood supply goes to our brain. Eating foods high in saturated fats and refined carbohydrates — especially ultra-processed fare — can damage blood vessels in the brain, increasing the risk of … Read more
Showing off your sharp moves on the dance floor could help you keep your brain sharp, too. If anyone should know it’s Dr. Baibing Chen, a neurologist who once worked as a professional backup dancer — and says he still makes sure to bust a move regularly to lower his risk of dementia. Neurologist Dr. … Read more
There are plenty of things that can go wrong in your brain, but one neurologist recently revealed “the most terrifying neurological condition” he’s ever seen. People with the super rare condition can feel totally normal on the inside — but on the outside, their lives are changed forever. “As a neurologist, I see a lot … Read more
This recipe may leave you hooked. Dr. Jonathan J. Rasouli, a board-certified spinal neurosurgeon in New York, is spilling the details of his go-to meal rich in brain-beneficial omega-3 fatty acids and phytonutrients and low in carbs, sugar and fat. “It tastes great, and I never get tired of it,” Rasouli, director of complex and … Read more
Neurologist Kim Johnson Hatchett has one recommendation for folks who want to keep their brains functioning now and as they age — build strength. Hatchett, who has nearly 9,000 TikTok followers, imparted her advice to keep moving for the sake of your body and brain in a recent post, “The scariest thing I see as … Read more
A chiropractic neurologist revealed a simple exercise that could alleviate one of the worst, most common but surprising symptoms of anxiety — “air hunger.” Medically referred to as dyspnea, air hunger is the feeling of shortness of breath people feel when they struggle to breathe, have a tightness in the chest and feel as if … Read more