Struggling with brain fog? 60-second trick could help sharpen your mind
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Brain games, crosswords and math puzzles are often promoted as ways to sharpen memory, but neurologists warn that generic exercises may not address the specific cause of mental fog. Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl, a…
Ultra-processed foods linked to stroke and brain damage, study finds
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A recent study conducted by Canadian researchers found a correlation between high consumption of ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of stroke and future memory problems in healthy adults. Using…
Rare brain fungus with 70% fatality rate rising in healthy patients
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A rare fungal infection that can strike healthy people is rising across the U.S., prompting calls from public health officials for heightened awareness and national tracking. Cladophialophora bantiana (C.…
Billy Joel’s touring future uncertain amid brain disorder, says he can’t drive
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Billy Joel’s touring future remains uncertain due to his ongoing health issues. Joel, 77, revealed in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that he’s also not allowed to drive a vehicle after…
Neurologist warns information overload triggers ‘helicopter brain’ response
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A new analysis of 44 studies has linked “doomscrolling” to higher levels of anxiety and psychological distress — but for some, information overload may also contribute to a phenomenon one…
Doctor claims indoor time causes brain fog, burnout and belly fat
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Nearly half of Americans spend less than two hours outdoors in an entire week, according to a new national survey from the Nature & Health Alliance involving researchers at Texas A&M University. Dr.…
Ozempic and Wegovy linked to brain health risks from caloric cuts
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As GLP-1 weight-loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy continue to surge in popularity, experts warn that rapid weight loss and severe caloric restriction could deprive the brain of vital energy and…
Brain fog and memory loss may signal reversible causes, neurologist says
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Everyday memory lapses, like misplaced keys or forgotten names, are often overinterpreted as early signs of dementia, but neuroscience experts say actual early cognitive changes may be reversible if addressed…
A slow 10-minute jog can boost brain health and focus, study finds
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! It might not take an all-out sprint or long trail run to lift your mood and sharpen focus, according to a new study. A small new study out of the University of Tsukuba in Japan looked at 24 healthy young adults…
Menopause brain fog vs. dementia: How women can tell the difference
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Losing a train of thought, struggling to recall once-familiar words, or forgetting the reason for walking into a room can leave older adults wondering if they are experiencing early signs of Alzheimer’s disease…