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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

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

Light Therapy Improves Cognitive Function

New research suggests that using phototherapy, a form of light therapy, can improve cognitive function in individuals with dementia. In a recent study published in the journal Brain and Behavior, researchers observed significant positive effects on the brain when dementia patients were exposed to specific wavelengths of light. Like a ray of sunshine brightening a […]

Published on April 27, 2023