Chemotherapy Linked to Brain Atrophy in Breast
Patients with breast cancer who undergo chemotherapy may face an increased risk for brain atrophy and cognitive decline,…
Copper may protect brain health after stroke
New research uncovers the brain-boosting power of copper; just the right amount could help older adults stay sharp,…
Gut-Brain Disorders Surge After Pandemic
There’s been a striking rise in disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional…
Chemotherapy treatment linked to lasting cognitive changes in rats
Researchers at The City College of New York have linked chemotherapy treatment to lasting cognitive changes in rats…
New research reveals why fiber-rich diets fuel you better than refined foods
How much energy do your gut microbes really provide? New research finds that what you eat, especially fiber,…
New treatment shows promise in protecting brain following stroke reperfusion
Cambridge scientists have developed and tested a new drug in mice that has the potential to reduce damage…
All Hype or Some Hope?
Media consumers are bombarded daily with aggressive, testimonial-driven ads for pricey supplements purported to sharpen memory, focus, and…
FDA Seeks Schedule I Status for ‘Legal Morphine’
The FDA is recommending that 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a synthetic, concentrated substance derived from kratom leaves, be classified as…
The NYC gunman who killed four left a note to ‘study my brain’ for CTE. What does that mean?
The gunman who killed four people inside a New York office this week before turning the gun on…
A 15-year study reveals which diets best protect your brain and heart in later life
A major Swedish study finds that what you eat now could shape how many chronic illnesses you face…
Infant brain activity shows faster maturation after general anesthesia
New research published today in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) finds that prolonged and/or repeated exposure…
Combination CVD Meds Tied to Slower Cognitive Decline
Older adults taking a combination of medications to treat high blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes experienced slower cognitive…