Lingering inflammation from viruses like COVID-19 or HIV can take a lasting toll on the brain. New research shows exactly how specific immune system imbalances lead to memory lapses and slowed ...

Most people don’t think about the fact that their thoughts are chemical, and even less so about how to use their thoughts to manage their brain chemistry. Your brain chemistry is your mental health.

Taking care of your cognitive health ought to be—well, a no-brainer. According to a survey published in March, 87% of ...

Keeping your brain active through social interaction, learning new skills and regular exercise could play an important role ...

“One of the best ways to enhance brain function is aerobic exercise,” says neurologist David Perlmutter, MD. Just a little ...

As your most vital organ, your brain drives everything from memory and focus to mood and learning. Certain vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats help your brain perform at its best by keeping your ...

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To improve cognitive performance, make space for this cooking oil from the Mediterranean diet. Your memory and thinking ...

What is a brain age gap, and how may it affect thinking and memory skills? MINNEAPOLIS — The difference between the brain’s predicted age and actual chronological age, called a brain age gap, may ...

You’ve likely experienced it: a day when your mind just feels a bit slow — finding the right words takes effort, processing feels sluggish, and recalling information takes longer than usual. People ...

When we think about drinking enough water, most of us focus on physical health benefits glowing skin, proper digestion, healthy kidneys, or better exercise performance. But what many overlook is that ...