Have you ever felt stressed so you reach for a quick treat—maybe a handful of your kids’ gummy bears or a bag of salty potato chips—just to try to feel better? We’ve all been there. But it turns out ...
The gut-brain connection is a two-way street. The brain has a direct effect on the stomach and tummy troubles can also send ...
There are many reasons to want to eat well, but among them, one priority may be to promote your brain health. From reducing your risk of dementia to supporting mental health, experts say there are ...
All of these activities may help keep your brain in good shape. But increasingly, research is finding another lifestyle habit that should be at the top of your list: putting brain-healthy foods on ...
The mice looked fine. After weeks on a high-fat, high-sugar diet during early life, they were switched back to standard lab ...
The human brain, despite representing only about 2% of total body weight, consumes approximately 20% of the body’s energy resources. This metabolic intensity makes the brain particularly responsive to ...
When the body runs low on protein, the gut sends powerful signals to the brain that reshape cravings and push animals to seek ...
The evidence suggesting that the risk for cognitive decline and Alzheimer dementia can be modified through diet and lifestyle interventions is mounting. And for years now, health and science ...
In the first few days after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), food is often an afterthought as clinicians focus on minimizing the damage to the brain. However, a new study suggests that getting enough ...
Alzheimer's Association CEO and president Joanne Pike shares some recommendations on which foods to eat, and which foods to ...
When it comes to brain health, most people first consider their sleep quality, meal choices, or lifestyle to keep them sharp.
May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month, and we’ve asked our proton therapy experts to talk about their latest research in brain tumors. We also bring you a profile on Lia Halasz, MD, who specializes both ...