Exercising at own pace boosts a child’s attention and memory...
Researchers have found that students’ ability to learn improved after physical activity that was set at their own pace, as opposed to exhaustive exercise....
read moreAdolescent brain makes learning easier
A new study has found that because the brains of adolescents react more responsively to rewards, making it easier for them to learn....
read moreCanola oil may worsen memory
Despite being promoted as a healthy cooking fat, a new study found that a diet rich in canola oil exacerbated memory problems and added to weight gain....
read moreHerbal extract may increase brain function in stroke victims
Scientists in China have found that a daily dose of ginkgo biloba used in combination with aspirin appears to benefit cognitive functioning after a stroke....
read moreBrain stimulation enhances long-term memory
A study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that scientists could improve memory the next day by directly stimulating the amygdala....
read moreReading aloud boosts memory
A new study published in the journal Memory showed that “the production effect”—speaking and hearing yourself speak—helps the brain store information better for long-term memory....
read moreSmall dietary change may keep brain young
A recent study that followed 960 participants with an average age of 81 for 4.7 years found that the difference between those who ate only 0.1 portions of leafy greens per day compared to those who ate 1.3 portions...
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