150 Minutes of Exercise Per Week Makes Your Brain Younger
Scientists discovered that working out just 2.5 hours weekly can reverse brain aging by nearly a year. The best part? It works even if you've been inactive for most of your life.
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Daily Brain Games May Delay Alzheimer's for Years
Playing chess, tracing maps, and other mentally stimulating hobbies could push back Alzheimer's symptoms for years, according to groundbreaking new research. The simple activities you already enjoy might be your brain's best defense.
Scientists Find Alzheimer's 'Clock' in Blood Protein
Researchers discovered a protein that acts like a biological clock, predicting when Alzheimer's symptoms will appear. This breakthrough could lead to a simple blood test that helps patients and families plan their futures with greater certainty.
Brain Changes in Menopause Are Reversible, Study Finds
Scientists discovered that menopause reshapes your brain in measurable ways, but the good news is you can actively support your cognitive health through simple lifestyle changes. New research offers hope and concrete solutions for millions of women navigating this life stage.
Brain Game Cuts Dementia Risk 25% in 20-Year Study
A simple computerized game that trains split attention reduced dementia diagnoses by 25% over 20 years in older adults. The breakthrough finding offers hope that brain training can genuinely protect aging minds.
Brain Training Cuts Dementia Risk 25% Over 20 Years
A groundbreaking 20-year study found that people who completed cognitive speed training sessions were 25% less likely to develop dementia. This marks one of the first times researchers have proven that brain training can actually reduce Alzheimer's risk.
Speed-Training Games Cut Dementia Risk by 25%
A 20-year study reveals that certain brain-training exercises focusing on speed and divided attention can lower dementia risk by a quarter. Memory and reasoning games showed no protective effect.
Sleep Helps You Solve Puzzles, New Study Confirms
Scientists have proven what many have long suspected: sleeping on a problem really does help you solve it. New research shows our brains actively work through challenges while we rest.
Why Rest Makes You Better at Work, According to Science
Your brain isn't lazy when it needs rest—it's actually asking for the one thing that will make you sharper, calmer, and smarter. New insights reveal that taking breaks isn't the opposite of productivity; it's the secret ingredient.
Grandparents Who Babysit Stay Mentally Sharper
A new study reveals that grandparents who care for their grandchildren score higher on memory tests and stay mentally sharper as they age. The research shows the benefits come from staying active, socially engaged, and mentally challenged.
Grandparents Who Babysit Show Better Brain Health
A new study of nearly 3,000 grandparents reveals that caring for grandchildren helps protect against cognitive decline. The best part? It doesn't matter how often you babysit or what you do together.
Regular Sauna Use May Lower Your Dementia Risk
New research suggests that regular sauna sessions could protect your brain and reduce dementia risk. Scientists are uncovering how heat therapy delivers surprising neurological benefits.