Brain power

Exercising before an interview can boost brain power

The findings have implications for older people in the early stages of dementia who may be less mobile, and for anyone else looking to gain a quick mental edge in their work.
 

Dec 22, 2017, 18:38 PM IST

Study associates high-intensity exercise with improved memory

The findings are important because memory performance of the study participants, who were all healthy young adults, increased over a relatively short period of time, said researchers.

Nov 23, 2017, 13:39 PM IST

Exercise regularly to boost brain functioning, says study

The researchers reviewed 14 clinical trials, which examined the brain scans of 737 people before and after aerobic exercise programs. 

Nov 14, 2017, 19:12 PM IST

This exercise can boost brain power

The "dual n-back" is a memory sequence test in which people must remember a constantly updating sequence of visual and auditory stimuli. 
 

Oct 18, 2017, 14:00 PM IST

WARNING: Keep your smartphones where you can't see them! - This is why

As per the study, this can reduce your ability to focus and perform tasks because part of the brain is actively working to not pick up or use the phone.

Jun 24, 2017, 15:55 PM IST

Outdoor games can make your kid smarter

It said that physical activity and cardiorespiratory fitness are good for children's and young people's brain development and function as well as their intellect.

Jun 28, 2016, 20:30 PM IST

First-borns often the brainiest

According to a recent study, if you're older than your siblings, you're likely to be smarter than them.

Dec 14, 2015, 20:54 PM IST

Daily exercise boosts brain power

Learning, memory, and brain repair depend on the ability of our neurons to change with experience says a new study.

Dec 08, 2015, 16:05 PM IST

Aerobics ups brain power

A new study has highlighted the importance of physical activity and aerobic exercise for the healthy brain function.

Dec 03, 2015, 11:48 AM IST