Excess Salt Plus Sitting May Be Bad for Your Brain
Sitting in front of the tube munching salty snacks may be bad for your brain-and not just because of the dubious quality
Low B12 Affects Cognitive Ability in Multiple Ways
If youre not getting enough vitamin B12, your brain might actually be smaller
Old Age Doesnt Equal Poor Sleep
Getting older doesnt have to mean sleeping poorly. Researchers who analyzed a survey of 155,877 Americans report that people
Weight Lifting Could Pump Up Your Brain
Pumping iron might be good for your aging brain as well as your muscles, according to a new study of older
Fat Choices Also Affect Your Brain
That bacon double cheeseburger might be as bad for your brain as it is for your heart
Cocoa Flavanols Could Be Good for Your Brain
As the weather cools, a cup of hot cocoa might hit the spot-and could boost your brainpower
Ginkgo Again Fails to Make a Difference vs. Dementia
Yet another trial has failed to find significant memory-protecting benefits from ginkgo biloba, leading an accompanying editorial
Staying Active and Social Prolongs Life Even After 75
Even well into your golden years, exercise can extend your life-and the greatest benefits come just from getting
A Double-Edged Sword: Dont Overdo Extra Iron
Recent research indicates that getting too much iron could be a concern for older people at risk for age-related neurogenerative brain diseases, such as Alzheimers, Parkinsons and dementia.
High-Carbohydrate Diets Connected to Cognitive Risk
Consuming too many carbohydrates could be bad for your brain, according to recent research linking high carbohydrate intake to greater risk of mild cognitive impairment.