It sharpens focus, too.

Here’s what a neurologist had to say about a recent study.

Insulin is a glucose-lowering hormone that targets the peripheral tissues, especially the skeletal muscle and fatty tissues. Insulin also circulates throughout the brain, wherein it can impact the ...

New research suggests that consistent aerobic exercise can help keep your brain biologically younger. Adults who exercised regularly for a year showed brains that appeared nearly a year younger than ...

A longitudinal study has found that high-intensity interval exercise improves brain function in older adults for up to 5 years. A longitudinal study by University of Queensland researchers has found ...

Scientists are reporting the first compelling evidence in people that cognitive training can boost levels of a brain chemical that typically declines with age. A 10-week study of people 65 or older ...

You already know that exercise is good for your body. But here’s another great reason to get moving: It keeps your brain sharp.

Scientists have hailed the benefits of exercising early in life to lower the risk of your brain degenerating later. But new research suggests that even once you’re 45 or older, it’s not too late to ...

By Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D. A year of consistent aerobic activity didn’t just boost fitness; it shifted MRI -based ...

A single 30-minute session of moderate exercise on a stationary bicycle increases activation in the circuits of the brain that are associated with semantic memory retrieval — including the hippocampus ...

Consistent exercise boosts blood flow among other mind-body benefits.

The intersection of ancient wisdom and modern neuroscience has revealed remarkable insights into brain health enhancement through tai chi practice. This centuries-old martial art is proving to be a ...