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Research reveals “super agers” often possess two major genetic strengths
The genetic variant most strongly linked to an increased risk of developing late-onset Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is known as APOE-ε4. Another form of the same gene, APOE-ε2, is believed to…
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Older Adults Using Hearing Aids Effectively May Face Lower Dementia Risk, HKUMed Study Finds
Researchers from the School of Public Health at the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine…
Replacing Red Meat with Salmon May Improve Health and Cut Carbon Emissions
New research from the University of Bristol and the University of Southampton suggests that replacing…
Tomato and Soy Juice Combination Shows Anti-Inflammatory Benefits in Obese Adults
A tomato-soy juice enriched with plant compounds linked to health benefits significantly reduced markers of…
Handwriting Speed May Signal Early Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Handwriting is a complex activity that depends on both fine motor skills and higher-level cognitive…
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Language Triggers Unseen Cognitive Mechanisms Influencing Feelings, Choices, and Actions
In a revolutionary study published in the journal Cell Reports, researchers have revealed that neurotransmitters are activated in the human…
Age Is Merely a Digit
As we journey through life, our methods to handle our finances and make decisions about them evolve. It's been observed…
New Psychological Research Reveals How Our Brains Segment the Day into Distinct Chapters
From the moment a person transitions from the street to step inside a restaurant, their brain marks the beginning of…
Melodies Set Our Brainwaves in Motion
Have you ever instantly recognized a song from just a brief snippet or quickly picked up the rhythm of a…
What Processes Does the Brain Use to Make Decisions?
Scientists have unveiled significant insights into the communication between neurons during decision-making processes and the strengthening of neural connections that…
Our Minds Are Wired to Learn from Those We Admire
Memory plays an essential role in our ability to learn from new experiences and refine our existing knowledge base. We…
How Do Our Brains Function During Planning?
When we pause to contemplate before making a significant choice, we often envisage various potential outcomes from our options. This…