Month: April 2023

Study links nutrients, brain structure, cognition in healthy aging

Our brains are like fine-tuned machines that require the right fuel to function optimally. A recent study suggests that certain nutrients play a key role in maintaining brain health as we age. By analyzing blood markers, scientists discovered a fascinating correlation between fatty acids and cognitive performance. Specifically, higher levels of two saturated fatty acids […]

Published on April 27, 2023

Leashed dog walks can lead to brain injuries among adults

Discoveries from a study on injuries related to walking dogs leashed demonstrate that traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) were the second most common injury among adults treated from 2001 to 2020. This research indicates that people who take their furry friends out for a stroll can be at risk of experiencing finger fractures, traumatic brain injuries, […]

Published on April 27, 2023

The Power of Cultural Evolution: Creating a Better World

Just like how genetic evolution shapes the traits of living organisms, cultural evolution molds the development of human societies. By understanding how cultural evolution works, we can use it as a tool to bring about positive global change. In a recent article, researchers explore how the principles of evolution can be harnessed to create a […]

Published on April 26, 2023