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Eating mushrooms may decrease cognitive decline risk

Mar 16, 2019 by

A new study on seniors has found that those who consume more than the standard portions of mushrooms recommended in a week may be able to decrease their chances of developing mild cognitive impairment by 50%....

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Foods That Boost Brain Function

Mar 10, 2019 by

An article reviewing the scientific evidence behind 12 foods that may help improve brain function include not only the items, but also why they may help. The foods’ benefits may assist in boosting memory, concentration and the structure of...

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“Holy Herb” May Help Treat Alzheimer’s One Day

Mar 8, 2019 by

New research on Yerba santa, a valued herb among Native tribes in California, shows that the “holy herb” might help shield the body from inflammation and other triggers that may result in the death of brain cells. Yerba santa...

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Education does not appear to help protect against dementia

Mar 8, 2019 by

Although some studies have theorized that the extent of your education might help protect against dementia, a new piece of research found that night to be true. However, the lead researcher does think that doing activities later in life...

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Drug Formula Regrows Brain Cells

Mar 6, 2019 by

In a fascinating new piece of research, a team of scientists were able to convert glial cells into functioning neurons with a simple drug formula. The study may help researchers develop a pill that could help people regain brain...

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New Compounds May Help Reverse Memory Loss

Mar 2, 2019 by

Research published in Molecular Neuropsychiatry showed that new compounds appear to reverse depression-induced memory loss quickly and “fix” the brain mechanisms that cause depression-related memory loss in the first place....

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How Language-Learning Boosts the Brain

Feb 28, 2019 by

New research out of Switzerland has shown that students who seriously committed to learning a new language had growth in several areas of the brain. The hippocampus, which is associated with learning and spatial navigation, and the outmost layer...

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