Category Archives: Brain Function

The latest research findings uncovered that reducing blood pressure among seniors helps reduce the accumulation of brain lesions. These benefits were seen among seniors who took medications to keep their 24-hour systolic blood pressure at 130 mm Hg as opposed to those who kept it at 145 mm Hg. A reduction of brain lesions was ...click here to read more

Sinus problems are associated with higher depression and anxiety risk. The Korean researchers found that people with chronic rhinosinusitis – a condition where the cavities around the nasal passages are inflamed and swollen for at least 12 weeks – have a higher risk of depression and anxiety. Symptoms of chronic rhinosinusitis include facial pain, headache, ...click here to read more

Eating nuts helps to improve thinking and memory in the elderly. The study included 4,822 individuals over the age of 55. The researchers found that consuming over 10 grams of nuts was positively associated with improved mental function, thinking, and reasoning. This is the first study of its kind to show a relationship between nut ...click here to read more

Irregular sleep patterns increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases. It is already well known that a lack of sleep is detrimental to your health, but even having irregular sleep patterns could pose health risks as well. The study looked at peoples sleep duration along with what time they fell asleep at. The researchers found that ...click here to read more

A poor night’s sleep can lead to a horrible day ahead. Constantly not being able to sleep can have long-term negative consequences on your health and mood. If you’re struggling to get to sleep, then you may want to try these five doctor-recommended tips to fall asleep fast. 5 Tips to Fall Sleep Faster Meditation: ...click here to read more

New findings from Yale University have uncovered that having depression lowers the density of synapses. Depression has long been associated with cognitive decline and depression in later life. It may increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, but it hasn’t been understood how exactly depression leads to cognitive decline. In those with cognitive impairment, synapses are ...click here to read more

A high number of depression symptoms are associated with ischemic stroke risk, according to the latest research findings. Study author Marialaura Simonetto explained, “Depression is common and often goes untreated, so these results could hold great promise as we learn more about how depression may affect people’s risk for stroke and other cardiovascular problems and ...click here to read more

Mushrooms may reduce the risk of developing mild cognitive impairment by 50 percent. The researchers at the Department of Psychological Medicine and Department of Biochemistry at the Yoo Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore uncovered that seniors who consumed two standard portions of mushrooms weekly had a lower risk of ...click here to read more

Age-related memory loss can be scary, but it isn’t something to worry about. Dementia-related memory loss, however, could be a sign of impending dementia. The difference between the two is that age-related memory loss does not interfere with your daily abilities, whereas dementia-related memory loss does. Dementia-related memory loss is persistent and leads to a ...click here to read more

It seems like everyone you talk to complains of being tired. Lack of sleep is becoming a severe epidemic, and it’s contributing to more health problems than just tiredness. In fact, sleep deprivation damages our DNA, impairing its ability to repair and heal. Many crucial processes occur while we sleep, including memory formation, hormone regulation, ...click here to read more

The latest research findings suggest that exercise can help improve motor and non-motor skills in Parkinson’s patients. Parkinson’s disease is a slowly progressing disorder which affects movement, muscle control, and balance. It has long been known that exercise can help improve motor symptoms in patients including tremors, disturbances, and postural instability. What has not been ...click here to read more

Dietary interventions and regular exercise together improve mood and lower depression, according to research findings. The analysis consisted of nearly 46,000 people and suggests that weight loss, nutrient-boosting, and fat reducing diets can help reduce all types of depression. Lead researcher Dr. Joseph Firth explained, “The overall evidence for the effects of diet on mood ...click here to read more

Here’s more evidence that supports the notion that we need seven to eight hours of sleep per night. Sleeping less than six hours a night can increase your risk of atherosclerosis – hardening of the arteries as a result of a build-up of plaque. To achieve their findings, the researchers looked at parameters of atherosclerosis ...click here to read more

There is a study that is currently underway examining whether nicotine patches could improve memory in individuals who have mild memory loss. The MIND (Memory Improvement through Nicotine Dosing) study is the longest and largest running study of its kind. It is looking to recruit 300 volunteers across the US who are generally healthy, non-smokers, ...click here to read more