Pea-size clusters of human cells called brain organoids inspire both hope and fear. Experts are debating how scientists can ...

The human brain requires constant nourishment to maintain its complex network of billions of neurons, yet certain foods actively work against optimal brain function. While most people focus on foods ...

Sitting might be a comfortable and convenient way to spend much of your day, but a new study of older adults suggests it can lead to brain shrinkage and cognitive issues, irrespective of how much ...

NEW YORK (WABC) -- Here's another reason why stress is bad for your health. A new study shows it might actually shrink your brain. Researchers found a link between high levels of a stress hormone and ...

We have more control over our brains in old age than we might think. If only there were a way to reverse or even just stop the aging process. Sadly that will probably never be a thing (no matter what ...

More than a million people of nearly all ages lace up their trainers and hit the pavement in a marathon every year. And while running any distance has numerous health benefits, researchers warn that ...

New research on marijuana's impact on personal health shows that it's not just bank accounts that can shrink due to long-term recreational use. The drug may also decrease brain volume. “Long-term ...

MIT researchers are using living cells to target diseased brain areas and deliver tiny electronic devices that can modulate ...

The human brain is a fascinating and complex organ that supports numerous sophisticated behaviors and abilities that are ...

Researchers are delving into structural changes in the brain during the midlife transition. During menopause, women can experience forgetfulness, brain fog, and other cognitive symptoms. Over the ...