Canadian researchers examined the brains of bird-watchers and found expertise could help cognitive health.

As a neurobiologist trained in brain physiology, a fitness enthusiast and a mom, I spend hours at the local pool during the summer. It’s not unusual to see children gleefully splashing and swimming ...

Remember jumping rope on the playground? That simple activity you enjoyed as a kid turns out to be one of the most powerful brain-boosting exercises you can do. While most people pick up a jump rope ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Justin Lambert via Getty Images The maxim “movement is medicine” exists for a reason. When done safely and properly, physical ...

Boosting mitochondrial calcium by inhibiting the LETM1 protein enhances long-term memory formation in flies and mice.

The work reveals that the brain — in mice and, presumably, in humans — is actively involved in the development of endurance, the ability to get better at a physical activity with repeated practice, ...

Want to give your brain a boost for tomorrow? Get in a little pulse-pounding exercise today, a new study shows. In a finding that suggests the benefits of exercise may linger longer than believed, ...

This simple, evidence-based habit can strengthen memory and help you navigate everyday life with ease. Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT Cognitive training boosts memory and ...

KUTV — Regular physical activity isn’t just good for the body—it’s a powerful tool for enhancing brain health and mental wellbeing. Dr. Jazmin Mogavero, a cognitive neuroscientist with University of ...

As we age, keeping the brain active is just as important as staying physically fit. While crossword puzzles and Sudoku are classics, there’s a wide world of fun and effective brain games out there ...