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

A pioneering study provides new evidence that gut microbes vary across primate species and can shape physiology in ways ...

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

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 ...

Synaptic plasticity allows brains to learn, adapt, and rewire. It’s foundational to memory, problem-solving, and complex ...

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 ...

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 ...

The brain is about 75% water, so it is very sensitive to changes in hydration. When a person does not drink enough water, the ...

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 ...