Brain Health
Recent scientific research reveals possible connection between microplastics in heavily processed foods and brain function
A groundbreaking collection of four papers published in the May edition of Brain Medicine has brought together growing evidence that microplastics from ultra-processed foods may be accumulating in the human…
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The Way Children Talk May Predict Future Mental Health Challenges
Researchers have found that the way children speak about stressful experiences may help predict their…
Unsafe Living Environments Elevate Fall Risk for Seniors
Older adults living in homes with electrical or plumbing problems, limited living space, or poor…
Can Eating Less Protein Promote Healthy Ageing?
Protein-fortified foods are now common, appearing in products ranging from breakfast cereals and coffee to…
Financial Instability Associated with Faster Brain Ageing
Persistent financial hardship is associated with faster cognitive decline and poorer brain health in later…
Brain Health
Blood Markers: Detecting Rare Forms of Dementia, ALS, and PSP
In a recent study involving 991 adults, researchers at DZNE have demonstrated the potential of blood testing to identify common…
Understanding the Link Between High-Fat Diets and Alzheimer’s Disease: Researchers Uncover Mechanism
Researchers at the University Rovira i Virgili (URV) have identified the mechanism connecting a diet rich in saturated fats with…
Maternal Inheritance Linked to Higher Alzheimer’s Disease Risk
A recent investigation led by researchers from Mass General Brigham underscores the impact of parental inheritance on the development of…
Exercise’s Role in Preserving Cognitive Function in Hypertensive Patients at Risk
People with high blood pressure face an increased risk of cognitive impairment, including dementia. However, a recent study from Wake…
Exploring Brain Wave Functions through Precise Sound Stimulation
A recent study reveals promising findings on using sound to improve sleep quality in individuals with dementia or cognitive decline,…
Blood test predicts Parkinson’s disease onset seven years before symptoms
A team led by researchers from UCL and University Medical Center Goettingen has developed a straightforward blood test employing artificial…
Innovative Group Training Tool for Dementia Prevention
A new group-based training tool aimed at preventing dementia integrates collaborative quiz-solving with physical movement throughout a room. This innovative…
The Persistent Cycle of Protein Aggregation in Alzheimer’s Disease and Ageing
The aggregation of insoluble proteins in the brain is a well-established hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease and various other neurodegenerative conditions,…