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  • Don't forget: 8 brain fog symptoms that require urgent medical Attention

    Don't forget: 8 brain fog symptoms that require urgent medical Attention

    Symptoms of brain fog: Persistent confusion, disorientation or problems remembering things, or the sudden onset of confusion should be taken seriously. Here are eight signs your brain fog could be more serious than simple forgetfulness and what you can do about it.

  • Daily exercise can keep your brain sharp, but timing matters most

    Daily exercise can keep your brain sharp, but timing matters most

    Forget protein shakes and six-packs—exercise might be the brain’s best friend. Research shows it helps memory, mood, and brain growth. And here's the twist: waiting four hours after learning something could help you remember it better. Here's what you need to know

  • Want to keep your brain young? Neurosurgeon recommends 3 simple daily practices

    Want to keep your brain young? Neurosurgeon recommends 3 simple daily practices

    With age, changes in the brain are common. If you want to keep your brain sharp and young, a neurosurgeon shared three simple daily practices that could turn things around for the better

  • New study reveals chronic insomnia can accelerate brain aging and cognitive issue

    New study reveals chronic insomnia can accelerate brain aging and cognitive issue

    Struggling with sleepless nights? A new study links chronic insomnia to cognitive decline and accelerated brain aging. Here's what you need to know about insomnia's long-term effects on your brain.

  • Brain health and ageing: How emotional regulation can protect against memory decline

    Brain health and ageing: How emotional regulation can protect against memory decline

    If tending to your heart also nurtures your mind, then perhaps the simplest acts; a kind word to self, a quiet moment of reflection, are not just good habits, but vital ones. Recent study shows how well you manage your emotions might play a crucial role in protecting your brains from neurodegenerative diseases.

  • Dementia vs normal forgetfulness: How to keep everyday life stress free and safe

    Dementia vs normal forgetfulness: How to keep everyday life stress free and safe

    Dementia prevention tips: You forget things sometimes, and that’s perfectly normal. Not every forgetfulness leads to dementia. Simple habits like keeping a routine, using reminders, staying active, and staying social, can make daily life easier and keep your brain sharp.

  • ADHD medications may reduce risk of suicide, substance abuse and accidents, says study

    ADHD medications may reduce risk of suicide, substance abuse and accidents, says study

    A large Swedish study suggests ADHD drugs not only ease symptoms but also cut risks linked to mental health crises, substance misuse, accidents and even criminal behaviour.

  • Study says too much salt may impact your brain health, not just your blood pressure

    Study says too much salt may impact your brain health, not just your blood pressure

    High blood pressure is often associated with the kidneys and blood vessels. But new research shows too much salt can inflame the brain itself, changing how the body regulates blood pressure

  • Vitamin B complex benefits: How it keeps brain healthy, boosts concentration

    Vitamin B complex benefits: How it keeps brain healthy, boosts concentration

    Vitamin B complex is essential for memory, mood, and the proper function of the brain. From alleviating tension to enhancing mental clarity, here are reasons why B vitamins are essential — and how you can incorporate them into your routine.

  • Your brain burns fat in sleep: Study links night-time energy control to metabolism

    Your brain burns fat in sleep: Study links night-time energy control to metabolism

    Your brain doesn’t just rest at night, it burns fat to prevent sugar crashes, says a recent study. Neurons in the hypothalamus manage energy during early sleep, linking rest to metabolism and prediabetes risks. Here’s how better sleep routines strengthen this hidden system

  • 5-minute daily habits to boost brain health, memory, and focus

    5-minute daily habits to boost brain health, memory, and focus

    Getting in shape physically may take hours at a gym or a yoga mat, but you don’t really need it to have a sharp brain. Five minutes of positive habits a day can improve focus, memory and well-being

  • Man’s deadly brain cancer shows no signs of disease after taking new drug

    Man’s deadly brain cancer shows no signs of disease after taking new drug

    A man who was diagnosed with the deadliest form of brain cancer has shown no signs of the disease after being treated with ipilimumab, an experimental drug used in targeted immunotherapy. His successful case has reopened trials for the new drug, which had been closed due to a lack of patients.

  • A2 Ghee is back: Why this old school superfood is trending again

    A2 Ghee is back: Why this old school superfood is trending again

    Desi ghee isn’t a trend. It’s a tradition wrapped in taste and trust. A2 ghee, rooted in Indian kitchens, is making a comeback for all the right reasons, from gut healing to brain health, it’s finally getting its due. From healing the gut to calming the mind, it works well to boost your health. Discover the many health benefits of desi ghee

  • Clear brain fog with these expert tips for better focus, energy, mental clarity

    Clear brain fog with these expert tips for better focus, energy, mental clarity

    How to get rid of brain fog: It is a term used to describe a state of mental cloudiness. Brain fog can leave you feeling tired, unfocused and forgetful. But everyday habits like better sleep, balanced meals and simple stress relief can make a big difference. Here’s how.

  • Symptoms of brain aneurysm: Double vision, weakness, persistent headaches and more

    Symptoms of brain aneurysm: Double vision, weakness, persistent headaches and more

    Brain aneurysms often stay silent until they grow large or burst, making quick recognition of symptoms essential. According to National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, ruptured aneurysms can cause severe complications. Knowing the warning signs and acting quickly can make a major difference in treatment outcomes and recovery.

  • Brain health: Prevent Azheimer’s and memory loss with these easy neurologist-recommended lifestyle tweaks

    Brain health: Prevent Azheimer’s and memory loss with these easy neurologist-recommended lifestyle tweaks

    Alzheimer’s disease is one of the major health concerns with no known cure yet, but neurologists suggest that adopting simple lifestyle changes can play a role in lowering your risk. From exercising regularly to eating brain-friendly foods, here are daily habits that might help protect your memory and cognitive health.

  • Salman Khan health news: Brain aneurysm symptoms and causes, ways to prevent it

    Salman Khan health news: Brain aneurysm symptoms and causes, ways to prevent it

    Salman Khan brain aneurysm news: Salman Khan’s recent revelations on brain aneurysm have sparked a much-needed conversation around this hidden condition. Though rare, it can be fatal if missed. Uncover the  symptoms, causes, risks and preventive steps you should be aware of.

  • Neurologist shares 3 things he avoids to keep his ‘brain healthy and memory sharp'

    Neurologist shares 3 things he avoids to keep his ‘brain healthy and memory sharp'

    The brain specialist pointed out that consuming large amounts of a certain kind of beverage can lead to cardiovascular issues like high blood pressure, palpitations, and even arrhythmias. He also advised against overusing over-the-counter medications.

  • New molecule found to stop brain cell death in Alzheimer's, Parkinson's

    New molecule found to stop brain cell death in Alzheimer's, Parkinson's

    The molecule acts on a protein called BAX, which is central to the process of killing cells by targeting their mitochondria — the component responsible for providing them with energy.

  • Brain health: 7 everyday habits that secretly affect your mental health

    Brain health: 7 everyday habits that secretly affect your mental health

    Brain health tips: Your daily habits, like sleep, diet, and stress management, greatly affect your mental health and brain function. Here are a few expert recommended tips to help improve them.

  • Quit smoking for your mind: How your brain begins to heal in just 30 days

    Quit smoking for your mind: How your brain begins to heal in just 30 days

    Benefits of quitting smoking: Quitting the habit smoking is more than just a physical health win, it’s a mental reset. In just 30 days, your brain starts healing, thinking clearer, and feeling stronger. The sooner you quit, the sooner you reclaim control of your mind and future.

  • When to worry about a head injury: Watch out for mood swings, increased anxiety and depression, decreased cognitive functions

    When to worry about a head injury: Watch out for mood swings, increased anxiety and depression, decreased cognitive functions

    Long-term effects of head injuries: Brain injuries can disrupt memory, thinking, and emotional balance, making daily life much harder. But with the right support, including therapy and medical treatment, people can recover and find ways to adapt. here’s how.

  • Boost your brainpower: 8 foods in your daily diet for improved brain health

    Boost your brainpower: 8 foods in your daily diet for improved brain health

    From enhancing cognitive abilities to protecting against age-related decline, certain foods have been scientifically proven to nourish the brain.

  • Plastic spoons' worth of plastic found inside your brain, new study raises alarm

    Plastic spoons' worth of plastic found inside your brain, new study raises alarm

    A comprehensive analysis published recently in the journal Brain Medicine examines alarming new evidence about microplastic accumulation in human brain tissue.

  • 10 out-of-the-box ways to supercharge your brain health: Practice polymathy, mind palaces and more

    10 out-of-the-box ways to supercharge your brain health: Practice polymathy, mind palaces and more

    How to improve brain health: Boosting brain health is about eating healthy, staying active and doing things differently. Channel your inner genius with these 10 tips and keep your brain active, improve focus and concentration.

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