While it might be frustrating, a little forgetfulness is a normal part of aging—just ask the National Institute on Aging. But more severe memory loss? That’s a different story. And while the thought ...

A leading brain expert explains how managing high blood pressure, the biggest modifiable risk factor, could help delay or ...

To test how potential deficiency impacted the brain at a cellular level, the researchers tracked 60 middle-aged mice (which equates to nine months old in mice years), both male and female, for six ...

Your nose’s superpower is thanks to a “superhighway” that leads directly into your brain. The olfactory system runs straight to the hippocampus, or your memory hub, whereas other sensory systems have ...

Alzheimer’s disease has long been a diagnosis that arrives only after memory begins to fray, by which time brain damage is ...

Vitamin deficiencies, especially low B12, can significantly impact memory, focus, and brain function. Supporting your body with adequate nutrients helps protect against cognitive decline. Memory ...

Getting more "good cholesterol" can prevent memory loss in old age. July 2, 2008 — -- A new study has linked increased HDL, the "good" kind of cholesterol, with a decreased risk of memory loss ...

Can smoking marijuana prevent the memory loss associated with normal aging or Alzheimer’s disease? This is a topic that scientists have been investigating for the past few years. The concept of ...

Not sure what to eat? Why not choose foods that are good for your brain? Meals inspired by traditional foods from the sunny Mediterranean, a new study found, may lower your risk for dementia by ...

A molecule involved in the brain’s mechanism for resolving inflammation might stave off memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease, a study in mice suggests. Share on Pinterest New research suggests that ...