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New research shows gut bacteria can directly influence how the brain develops and functions. When scientists transferred ...

A new study analyzed older adults who ate 60 grams of unsalted skin-roasted peanuts every day for 16 weeks. Scientists found that about two servings daily could increase verbal memory and blood flow ...

Between constant demands of work, family obligations and the millions of things on your to-do list, it's easy to feel like you're at or beyond capacity. The result? You may feel fatigued, disconnected ...

By transplanting gut microbes from humans, squirrel monkeys and macaques into germ-free mice, scientists reveal that ...

If you find it hard to focus after a wakeful night, it’s because your brain is busy trying to catch up on crucial ...

A sweeping genetic screen reveals how the brain is built and exposes a hidden gene behind a newly discovered childhood brain ...

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The first few hours after waking up helps build momentum for the rest of the day, offering a sense of purpose and structure ...

Strong leg muscles do not just keep you upright and mobile. They actively protect your brain, sharpen your thinking, and may ...

MIT researchers are using living cells to target diseased brain areas and deliver tiny electronic devices that can modulate ...

At every CES I’ve ever been to, there’s been one or two gadgets promising to boost your mental health. In recent years, the ...