Japanese researchers have uncovered how the astringent “bite” of cocoa flavanols can activate the brain—even though little of the compound enters the bloodstream.
The endocannabinoid system is one of the most diffuse neurotransmitter systems in the body and the brain. Understanding its function and unusual nature destigmatizes THC and CBD.
Among the many mushrooms studied, Hericium erinaceus —better known as Lion’s Mane—stands out as a frontrunner in the quest to enhance brain health naturally. This white, shaggy mushroom contains two ...
Maintaining brain health isn’t just about puzzles and meditation; it starts with what’s on the plate. Dr Theodore Henderson, ...
Around a decade ago, Small watched his father’s early-onset dementia worsen as his synaptic connections were lost. Small ...
Actress, comedian and star of Strangers with Candy Amy Sedaris talked about the different things that she does to keep her ...
Scientists have shown that brain connectivity patterns can predict mental functions across the entire brain. Each region has ...
Photo-Illustration by TIME (Source Image: OsakaWayne Studios/Getty Images) Menopause marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. But the transition affects far more than reproductive health: it ...
By converging ultrasound energy at precise focal points, FUS can destroy tissue or open the blood-brain barrier without a ...
Constant change fuels burnout at work. Understanding how curiosity and the brain’s chemistry interact can help people adapt without losing energy or motivation.
Our brains do not react in a fixed, mechanical way like electronic circuits. Even if we see the same scene every day on our ...