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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

Early RSV infection boosts asthma risk in children!

Recent research has discovered that catching RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) during the first year of life can significantly increase the likelihood of developing asthma in children. This study collected data from a diverse population to examine how different severities of RSV infections contribute to the risk of asthma. Imagine RSV as a sneaky infiltrator, akin […]

Published on April 26, 2023