Brain function

Traffic Pollution Linked To Alzheimer’s Brain Plaque Formation, Study Reveals

Traffic-induced air pollution poses a significant threat to brain health, with particulate matter and pollutants impacting cognitive function. Check out what a recent study says about this threat.

Feb 25, 2024, 14:43 PM IST

Change In Climatic Events May Start Impacting Brain Functioning In Future: Study

Study reveals that climate change events may change brain structure, function, and overall health, while calling for more research to evaluate how this may explain changes in well-being and behaviour.

Nov 27, 2023, 12:19 PM IST

Enhancing Cognitive Abilities Through Physical Fitness: The Powerful Connection Between Daily Movement And Mental Health

Exercise is beneficial for both the body and the mind.  For both physical and mental health, exercise offers a number of therapeutic and preventative effects.

Aug 22, 2023, 12:47 PM IST

Poor Inaudible Audio Makes Brain Work 35% Harder To Understand Lyrics And Information

A recent research found that poor audio quality causes our brains to work harder to process information. Here are some shocking revelations, read on.

Aug 21, 2023, 14:58 PM IST

Diabetes And Poor Brain Health: How High Blood Sugar Could Lead To Poor Neurological Function

Diabetes is a multi-system disease which affects most of our organs. People with high blood sugar are twice as likely to develop poor brain health as those with normal blood sugar levels. Let's find out more about this.

Aug 04, 2023, 19:05 PM IST

Eating THIS Red Berry Can Boost Cognitive Function And Cut BP Levels In Elderly

Daily strawberry consumption was linked to improved cognitive function, lower blood pressure and higher antioxidant capacity, according to a small study.

Jul 30, 2023, 15:58 PM IST

World Brain Day 2023: What Happens When We Sleep? Understanding The Importance Of Sleeping For Brain Health

World Brain Day is observed on July 22 to raise awareness about neurological disorders. Here's an in-depth understanding of the working of the brain when your sleep is sound, read on.

Jul 22, 2023, 10:01 AM IST

World Brain Tumor Day 2023: Early Detection Is Key To Better Prognosis, Say Experts

Early detection of brain tumours is vital, as it can accelerate treatment and help lead to morbidity-free survival. Here is an expert guide to early and faster prognosis of brain tumors.

 

Jun 07, 2023, 00:19 AM IST

Signs Of Brain Inflammation In Survivors Of Covid-19 With Depression, Study Reveals All

A recent study reveals that Covid survivors with depression seem to show signs of brain inflammation, such as changes in mood, energy levels, and concentration. Let's find out more here.

Jun 04, 2023, 12:33 PM IST

How Consuming Tea, Chia Seeds, Apples, Dark Chocolate Can Keep Age-Related Memory Loss At Bay, Reveals Study

Consuming foods rich in flavanols such as tea, chia seeds, apples and dark chocolate may stave off the risk of age-related memory loss, according to a large study. Read more to find out more about this interesting study.

 

May 30, 2023, 13:00 PM IST

How Gender Inequality Could Shrink Women's Brain? Explains Study

Gender inequality is a real societal issue which affects women and other minority genders. A recent study pointed out how gender inequality is affecting women's brain overtime, read more about it here.

 

May 15, 2023, 12:41 PM IST

Enhance Your Memory: The Positive Effects Of Music On Your Brain Function

Many people find music helps them concentrate while studying and working. We bring you an expert to share how music therapy can put a positive effect on your brain's cognitive skills, read on.

Apr 18, 2023, 17:58 PM IST

World Parkinson's Day 2023: How To Manage The Risk Of Parkinson's In Young Adults

World Parkinson`s Day is observed on April 11 every year to raise awareness about the disease. Since this disease is commonly associated with elderly people, here are common factors that affect the youth as well, read.

Apr 11, 2023, 14:19 PM IST

Planning To Study All Night? Sleep Loss Of Just One Night Might Cause Your Brain To Age By Two Years

According to a study, even one night of sleep deprivation can make your brain to seem years older.

 

Mar 01, 2023, 15:41 PM IST

Traffic and air pollution affects brain function reveals study

Average levels of traffic pollution can harm human brain function in a matter of hours, reveals a new study. 

Jan 29, 2023, 12:22 PM IST

5 foods to improve brain power

Nov 22, 2022, 17:34 PM IST

Improve brain power: These omega-3-rich foods can boost brain function and memory

The kind of food we consume has a very big impact on our brain's health. Including food items rich in omega-3 can boost brain function and memory. Check these omega-3-rich sources of food here.

 

Nov 22, 2022, 16:39 PM IST

Bodyweight has alarming impact on brain function, reveals study

The study highlights the need to address obesity as a target for interventions designed to improve brain function.

Aug 09, 2020, 15:07 PM IST

How unhealthy weight gain could lead to dementia

Experts have hailed a new study as a wake-up call on the "life-threatening" health dangers of being fat.

Dec 03, 2017, 17:15 PM IST

Scientists question brainpower, say human brains not as exceptional

The study compared the relative brain costs of 22 species.

Nov 01, 2017, 17:45 PM IST