The human brain requires constant nourishment to maintain its complex network of billions of neurons, yet certain foods actively work against optimal brain function. While most people focus on foods ...

The human brain is a greedy organ. It gulps energy, demands constant upkeep, and somehow grew far larger (relative to body ...

The human brain is a fascinating and complex organ that supports numerous sophisticated behaviors and abilities that are ...

Researchers in Japan built a miniature human brain circuit using fused stem-cell–derived organoids, allowing them to watch ...

NEW YORK (WABC) -- Here's another reason why stress is bad for your health. A new study shows it might actually shrink your brain. Researchers found a link between high levels of a stress hormone and ...

We have more control over our brains in old age than we might think. If only there were a way to reverse or even just stop the aging process. Sadly that will probably never be a thing (no matter what ...

Even mild dehydration can affect the brain, causing cells to shrink and mental performance to decline. Research shows that ...

More than a million people of nearly all ages lace up their trainers and hit the pavement in a marathon every year. And while running any distance has numerous health benefits, researchers warn that ...

New research on marijuana's impact on personal health shows that it's not just bank accounts that can shrink due to long-term recreational use. The drug may also decrease brain volume. “Long-term ...

Researchers are delving into structural changes in the brain during the midlife transition. During menopause, women can experience forgetfulness, brain fog, and other cognitive symptoms. Over the ...

Even if your blood pressure numbers look good, wide swings from one heartbeat to the next could spell trouble for your brain, according to new research from the University of Southern California. The ...