Memory

Can Your Brain Grow New Cells as You Age? Science Says Yes
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Can Your Brain Grow New Cells as You Age? Science Says Yes

For decades, medical textbooks declared that adults cannot grow new brain cells. Once your neurons died, that was it. But a landmark study from Karolinska Institutet has overturned this long-held belief, showing that adults—even into their late seventies—can generate new neurons in the hippocampus, the brain’s center for memory and learning. This finding not only…

Experts Warn Against Brain-Boosting Supplements Following Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarker Research
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Experts Warn Against Brain-Boosting Supplements Following Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarker Research

A quick walk or drive through any city will reveal that the most inexpensive and convenient foods available to us are not the healthiest choices.  Supplements are great for supporting specific health goals. They are, however, not a magic solution to compensate for poor nutrition and unhealthy habits. Further, not all supplements are created equal,…