Category Archives: Brain Function

Older adults often experience cognitive decline as part of the aging process, and about 10% of those with mild cognitive impairment progress to Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia annually. While certain activities like jigsaw puzzles have been suggested to slow cognitive aging, the extent of their benefits remains uncertain. However, a new Texas A&M ...click here to read more

A recent study has found that acute kidney injury (AKI) is linked to a higher risk of developing dementia. This research, published in the journal Neurology, was conducted by scientists from the Karolinska Institutet along with other collaborators. Acute kidney injury is a sudden and severe decline in kidney function. It is quite common among ...click here to read more

A recent study found that when veterans no longer meet the diagnostic criteria for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they are at a lower risk for poor diabetes outcomes, especially if they are younger. This research, led by Jeffrey F. Scherrer, Ph.D., from the Saint Louis University School of Medicine, was published online on August 13 ...click here to read more

A recent Swedish study suggests that following a healthy diet that reduces inflammation in the body could lower the chances of developing dementia, especially for individuals with heart-related health issues. These diets are often called anti-inflammatory diets. They focus on foods like fruits, vegetables, fish, whole grains, and beans, which are also part of well-known ...click here to read more

A large study published in BMJ Public Health found that people who cycle or walk to work or school might have better mental and physical health than those who don’t. The research showed the greatest health benefits among cyclists, who had a 47% lower risk of dying from any cause. Active travel, which includes walking ...click here to read more

About 0.5 million people have Parkinson’s disease in the United States, as per the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Experts think the actual number might be twice as high. Many people live with Parkinson’s Disease for a while before being diagnosed. Poor sleep quality severely affects the lives of people with Parkinson’s disease and speeds ...click here to read more

A new study by researchers from University College London (UCL) has discovered that risk factors for dementia related to heart health have increased over time, while other factors like smoking and lower levels of education have decreased in importance. The study, which was published in The Lancet Public Health, looked at how these risk factors ...click here to read more

Two new studies to be presented at the SLEEP 2024 annual meeting highlight that narcolepsy is a significant risk factor for adverse cardiac events and cardiovascular disease. The studies reveal that individuals with narcolepsy, compared to those without the condition, face a 77% higher risk of developing any cardiovascular disease and an 82% higher risk ...click here to read more

Dehydration can cause a range of issues, from minor mood changes to serious health problems. Penn State’s Department of Biobehavioral Health researchers studied how dehydration affects thinking skills. They discovered that even being a little dehydrated can make it harder for people to focus on tasks for a long time. This highlights the importance of ...click here to read more

Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have discovered a genetic link connecting inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) with Parkinson’s disease (PD). This discovery could lead to new treatments that address both conditions. The research team, led by Dr. Meltem Ece Kars, Dr. Inga Peter, and Dr. Yuval Itan, used advanced genomic techniques ...click here to read more

At the recent University of Colorado Department of Medicine’s Research Day, Dr. Christine Swanson talked about her study on whether getting enough sleep could help prevent osteoporosis. Dr. Swanson explained that osteoporosis can happen for various reasons, like hormonal changes, aging, and lifestyle habits. Some patients she sees have osteoporosis without a clear reason. So, ...click here to read more

A recent study published in Nature Mental Health has revealed that eating a balanced, healthy diet isn’t just good for our bodies—it’s great for our brains too. Researchers from the University of Warwick looked into how the foods we choose affect not only our physical health but also our mental well-being. They studied a large ...click here to read more

A recent trial suggests that controlling blood sugar levels in stroke patients who’ve received powerful clot-busting drugs could improve their chances of survival. High blood sugar increases the risk of a dangerous brain bleed after clot-busting drugs reopen blocked brain arteries. This was seen particularly in older patients who had experienced severe strokes, researchers found. ...click here to read more

Recent research suggests that engaging in physical activity can decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease by reducing stress-related signals in the brain. A study was led by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). It was published in the American College of Cardiology Journal. The research discovered that individuals facing stress-related conditions such as depression saw ...click here to read more