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Exercise that combines body and mind reshapes the brain in ADHD – Neuroscience News

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summary: For children with ADHD, simply running on a treadmill may not be enough. A multicenter randomized clinical trial (RCT) found that integrated cognitive motor exercise (exercise that requires thinking and following rules) is significantly more effective than standard aerobic exercise. Both types of movement reduce core symptoms such as hyperactivity, but the “high-load” integration … Read more

Can probiotics and dietary changes help protect your brain health as you age?

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Probiotics and dietary changes may support cognitive function as we age, a new review concludes. design: MNT;Photography: Guido Mies/Getty Images, Peter Mead/Getty ImagesThis article was originally published on Medical News Today A new review investigates whether influencing the composition of the gut microbiome can improve brain health. Specifically, we focus on probiotics, prebiotics, dietary changes, … Read more

Walnuts vs. Almonds: Which is Better for Brain Health, According to Nutritionists?

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Which is better for your brain? Walnut vs. AlmondJose Luis Laota – Getty Images What you eat affects the function of every part of your body, from your feet to your brain. So if you’re looking to fill your plate with the best foods to eat to improve your brain health, compare walnuts to almonds … Read more

You can’t really “train” your brain. Here’s what you can do instead:

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You can't really "train" your brain. Here's what you can do instead:

Many people are looking for ways to improve, maintain, and prolong their brain health. Check out the seemingly endless self-help books, podcasts, phone apps, TikTok, and Instagram Reels dedicated to this subject. And frankly, it makes sense. Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are conditions that essentially involve a loss of one’s identity and sense of time … Read more

Inexpensive daily supplement appears to boost brain function in older adults

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What’s good for your aging gut may also be good for your aging brain. A first-of-its-kind study in twins found that taking a daily protein and prebiotic supplement may improve memory test scores in people over 60. The results of this study, published in 2024, are food for thought, especially since the same visual memory … Read more