If you have ever lifted a weight, you know the routine: challenge the muscle, give it rest, feed it and repeat. Over time, it ...

It’s no secret exercise is good for your body—but what about your brain? Linda Overstreet-Wadiche, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Neurobiology and vice chair for Faculty Affairs and Development ...

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter — a chemical made in your brain. It carries messages to your nerve cells. Dopamine is also a hormone made in your adrenal glands that gets released into your bloodstream ...

We know that walking is beneficial for our physical and mental health, from improving cardiovascular fitness to easing symptoms of anxiety. Now, a new study has highlighted the potential benefits of ...

A small lab-based study found that a 12-week cycling program improved inhibitory control over six weeks. This adds to the evidence that exercise can be an effective strategy for improving cognitive ...

Keeping the brain young and thriving is crucial for physical, mental, and emotional health. A sharp brain also keeps chronic conditions such as dementia at bay. But how exactly do you achieve this?

According to the British Journal of Sports Medicine, regular exercise may boost brain power in adults over age 50. The study shows 45 to 60 minutes of moderate to high-intensity cardio, weight lifting ...

BRISTOL — The Bristol Public Library and Waterford Crossing Goshen, and Greenleaf Health Campus, Trilogy Senior Living Communities, are offering a free five-week course of educational sessions on how ...

Neuroscience + nutrition = cognitive fitness.

As a neurobiologist trained in brain physiology, a fitness enthusiast and a mom, I spend hours at the local pool during the summer. It’s not unusual to see children gleefully splashing and swimming ...

In today’s fast-paced world, the demands on our cognitive abilities have never been higher. Stressors from work, technology, and everyday life can lead to mental fatigue, memory lapses, and decreased ...

Caring for brain health is not limited to mental exercises and good sleep; it also extends to the foods and beverages we ...