Recent studies show the importance of giving the brain healthy breaks — and it may look slightly different than you think. To process information effectively, the brain should function in a specific ...

The MIND diet may help protect the aging brain against structural deterioration, such as grey matter loss, a new study has ...

Small habits can help keep your brain sharp throughout the day.

A new study suggests that greater adherence to a healthy diet, such as the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH), may lower the risk of self-perceived cognitive decline and support better ...

An influential hypothesis in neuroscience is that the brain may operate near criticality, a transition zone between ...

Between constant demands of work, family obligations and the millions of things on your to-do list, it's easy to feel like you're at or beyond capacity. The result? You may feel fatigued, disconnected ...

BOSTON - New research finds following a particular diet, the MIND diet, could help you preserve brain function as you age. The MIND diet combines the Mediterranean and DASH diets and includes ...

A new human study suggests that extra virgin olive oil may support brain health by influencing the gut microbiome.

It's no secret that exercise benefits both the mind and body, and it's increasingly being recognized as a powerful tool for ...

A good cry and short break later, I have my answer: I was attempting to think deeply when my brain wasn’t able to do so.