New research suggests that super-agers generate twice as many neurons as typical older adults. But you don't have to be a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." As we age, ensuring we’re doing everything in our power to combat cognitive decline is crucial. While ...

Numerous studies examine a single cognitive or physical performance measure and how it links to brain health in older adults, such as the relationship between gait speed and memory. Yet cognition and ...

“You will in fact burn more energy during an intense cognitive task than you would vegging out watching Oprah or whatever,” ...

Certain types of cereal can potentially increase the amount of gray matter in the brain and enhance cognition, according to the authors of the new book “Brain Boost: Healthy Habits for a Happier Life.

While chemotherapy can be lifesaving, it also damages DNA and leads to cognitive issues known as "chemo brain." These effects resemble the memory and learning problems seen in older adults, prompting ...

Being an expert birdwatcher may alter the structure and function of your brain. And these changes may enhance cognition even as you age, new research suggests.

Expert birders show denser brain tissue in attention and visual regions, suggesting the skill may help slow certain aspects ...