Foods rich in magnesium, omega-3s, probiotics, antioxidants, and more can help your nervous system function properly, ...

New research from the Layden Lab at Lehigh has demonstrated that the gene mechanisms at work during neurogenesis in the brain actually predate the evolutionary development of the central nervous ...

Stress, like work and other daily tasks, has become a part of life for many. It is unavoidable given today's competition and demand. Stress, whether caused by work pressures, personal responsibilities ...

Microglial cells, the primary immune cells of the brain and central nervous system, are known to undergo striking morphological changes in response to sensory or neural stimuli. However, the ...

Research suggests compounds in foods like blackberries and kale can influence brain chemistry tied to motivation and activity ...

Exposure to a diet heavy in fats and sugars during early development primes the brain to overreact to unhealthy foods in ...

Scientists have found that when the stomach and brain are synced too strongly, it may signal worse mental health, linking anxiety, depression, and stress to an overactive gut-brain connection. The ...

Co-written with Jai Liester. In recent years, research has illuminated the intricate connection between our gut and brain, revealing how this relationship significantly impacts mental health. Now, a ...

The kick-off signal for puberty begins in the brain. Specifically, in the hypothalamus, where specific neurons release a ...