Making a living brain transparent and watching its neurons fire without disturbing their function-sounds like science fiction ...

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

A new study provides the best evidence to date that the connection patterns between various parts of the human brain can tell scientists the specialized functions of each region. Previous research has ...

Your brain ventricles are four fluid-filled chambers that produce cerebrospinal fluid. This fluid helps nourish your brain and protect it from injury. It would be easy to argue that your brain is the ...

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A new study shows that improving your cardiovascular endurance changes your neural chemistry. Fitter individuals release ...

Scientists discover that sickle cell disease forces the brain to recruit extra "attention backup" to maintain normal cognitive function.

In the first long-term and real-world reflective study of its kind, scientists have uncovered new detrimental health impacts of the artificial sweetener aspartame that echoes those found in shorter ...

Simple steps like eating brain-nourishing food, taking brain-boosting supplements like Cognizin citicoline, protecting your ...

Think back through your day and consider all the amazing tasks your brain has helped you perform. From brushing your teeth to eating your lunch and reading the words on this page, your thoughts, ...