Stressful life experiences can cause brain to age 'by years', claims study!
Researchers from Wisconsin University in the US also found that African American experienced 60 percent more stressful events than white people during their lifetimes.
Jul 17, 2017, 21:33 PM IST
Marijuana can reverse memory loss and improve cognitive skills
The study could pave the way for slowing brain ageing or treating dementia in humans.
May 09, 2017, 23:52 PM IST
Scientists identify gene linked to brain ageing
US researchers have identified a common genetic variant that causes normal brain ageing in older people by up to 12 years.
Mar 17, 2017, 00:13 AM IST
Regular exercise may delay brain ageing by a decade
Researchers claim that if old people want to want to keep a sharp memory while they are ageing, regular exercise is a must.
Mar 25, 2016, 23:38 PM IST
Take the stairs to slow brain ageing
"There already exist many 'Take the stairs' campaigns in office environments and public transportation centres," said lead researcher Jason Steffener from Concordia University in Montreal, Canada.
Mar 10, 2016, 20:03 PM IST
How ageing rewires our brain
Past studies have shown that brain waves travelling at slower speeds tend to be important for memory while slightly faster speed brain waves play a role in our attention.
Feb 14, 2016, 17:37 PM IST
Couch potato? Your brain may shrink as you age
The results showed that those who performed poorly on the treadmill test had brain volume smaller two decades later -- equivalent to two years of accelerated brain ageing.
Feb 11, 2016, 15:51 PM IST
Mentally challenging activities helps in achieving healthy ageing mind
A new study has found that by taking up mental challenges like digital photography or quilting may help maintain cognitive vitality one can maintain a healthy ageing mind.
Jan 16, 2016, 10:15 AM IST
'Smart' chocolate may slow brain loss in the elderly
A novel chocolate made of dietary cocoa extract can promote brain health and prevent age-related neuro-degenerative disorders like Alzheimer's in the elderly, scientists have determined.
Sep 16, 2015, 16:36 PM IST
