As a neurologist who specializes in dementia and other cognitive disorders, I’m often asked how to maximize brain health throughout the lifespan. Healthy Aging Month gives us a chance to focus on just ...

Neurologists have found a daily target of 3,000 to 5,000 steps is the minimum you need to reduce Alzheimer’s risk. It’s a ...

It’s all connected: Your healthy heart and your healthy brain go together. When your ticker is in good shape, you’re less likely to have chronic illnesses like diabetes. And your risk for heart ...

It’s essential to embrace healthy habits that enhance the brain’s ability to absorb information while staving off mental decline. Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of cognitive decline in older ...

Doctors are finding stronger links between poor sleep and the risk of stroke. Lack of proper rest can quietly harm blood ...

A new 18-month study found that adults following a calorie-restricted “green-MED” diet — rich in green tea, walnuts, and the leafy plant mankai — showed signs of slower brain aging compared to those ...

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Air pollution doesn't just harm your lungs; it may also damage your brain. Experts explain how smog exposure during outdoor ...

Researchers from Aarhus University have identified why the gene APOE4 carries a significantly higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease—a major breakthrough for possible treatment. The study also ...

For decades, we've been told that weight loss is a matter of willpower: eat less, move more. But modern science has proven ...