The brain is arguably the most complex organ in humans. Throughout human evolution, our brains have played an immeasurable role in setting us apart from all other animals. The brain controls and ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jess Cording is a dietitian and health coach who covers wellness. It might not be at the front of your mind when you’re focused on ...

Stop the cognitive drain by identifying the everyday staples that strain your cerebral blood vessels and increase your ...

The conventional wisdom about weight gain has typically followed a straightforward equation: consume more calories than you burn, and you’ll gain weight. But emerging research suggests a more complex ...

Millions of Americans face the daily struggle of chronic anxiety, but a breakthrough study from UC Davis Health suggests a specific dietary gap might be part of the problem. Researchers utilized a non ...

In endurance athletes, some brain power may come from an unexpected source. Marathon runners appear to rely on myelin, the fatty tissue bundled around nerve fibers, for energy during a race, ...

Hello, everyone, and welcome back to the blog. As we transition into November, I’m reminded of the many great things about fall: cozy sweaters, warm mugs of hot chocolate, and - Yeah: finals season. Y ...

Pound for pound, the brain consumes vastly more energy than other organs, and, puzzlingly, it remains a fuel-guzzler even when its neurons are not firing signals called neurotransmitters to each other ...