Cognitive function Archives - Life Science Review

1 October 20201 October 2020

Television viewing for more than 3.5 hours per day appears to be associated with cognitive decline in older adults

In February 2019 researchers from the UK published the results of their study to assess whether television viewing is associated with cognitive decline in older adults. A total of 3,662 … Read more

22 June 202022 June 2020

Dance sessions appear to bring about cognitive and psychological improvements, especially in depression and anxiety, as well as an improvement in body structure and function in elderly individuals

In April 2020 researchers from Brazil published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of dance in the health of adults and elderly individuals. Only seven … Read more

1 June 20201 June 2020

Whilst both Pilates and a muscular exercise improve body composition, Pilates appears to be better at improving the general functional condition of older women, whilst muscular exercise appears better for improving balance

In December 2018 researchers from Spain published the results of their study to assess the the effect of two different training programs on functional autonomy (the ability to perform independently … Read more

21 May 202021 May 2020

Aerobic exercise appears to significantly improve executive functioning (eg the ability to pay focused attention to and to listen, to start, plan or complete tasks or even switch among tasks) in adults at risk for cognitive decline

In January 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the effect of aerobic exercise and the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet on … Read more

17 May 202017 May 2020

Scientists, public health practitioners and parents need to better understand the content of their child’s screen time, how they use screens to fulfill specific needs, and how their interaction with screens has an impact on their health and choices

In May 2020 researchers from the USA published their review on the association of extended television viewing with obesity in adolescents. The researchers stated that on a global basis, adolescent … Read more

14 May 202017 May 2020

Moderate wine intake, especially red wine, at 1-2 glasses per day as part of the Mediterranean diet, appears to be associated with disease prevention and an improvement in disease prognosis

In August 2018 researchers from Greece published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the association between moderate wine consumption and health. The researchers stated that moderate wine … Read more

10 May 202010 May 2020

Diets, such as the MIND diet, which contain phenolic compounds, omega-3 fatty acids, fat-soluble vitamins, isothiocyanates, and carotenoids may reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease

In March 2020 researchers from Poland published their review on the role of certain bioactive compounds that appear to be effective in preventing neurodegeneration. The researchers stated that neurodegeneration is … Read more

6 May 20205 May 2020

Wine consumption, especially red wine, appears to influence the function of human organs, prevents disease and reduces damage to the cardiovascular system

In July 2018 researchers from Czech Republic and Slovakia published their review on how wine consumption influences the function of human organs, prevents diseases and reduces damage to the cardiovascular … Read more

5 May 20205 May 2020

A better quality diet appears to be associated with a slower decline in verbal memory among African American women who are at a greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease

In April 2020 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the role of diet quality on cognitive functioning, by sex and increasing genetic risk for … Read more

30 April 202030 April 2020

Berberine supplementation may delay the development of dementia by preventing brain damage, improving cognition, and by reducing risk factors such as metabolic dysfunction, and cardiovascular, kidney and liver diseases

In March 2020 researchers from Japan, UK and Hong Kong published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the potential of berberine as a treatment for dementia associated … Read more

27 April 202028 April 2020

Exposure to polybrominated diphenyl ethers during pregnancy appears to be associated with impairments in executive function and poorer attention control in children whilst prenatal and postnatal exposure appears to cause hyperactivity and conduct problems

In May 2018 researchers from the USA and Canada published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of polybrominated diphenyl ethers on behaviour development in children. … Read more

25 April 202025 April 2020

Physical exertion, during times of limited calorie intake, appears to impair cognitive control, worsen mood (tension, depression, anger, vigour, fatigue, and confusion) and increase perceived exertion

In June 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess cognitive control during periods of sustained physical exertion and limited caloric intake. The researchers stated … Read more

17 April 202017 April 2020

Prenatal exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons may magnify or sustain the effects of early life psychosocial/ socioeconomic stress on mental health issues later in a child’s development

In January 2020 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the potential interactions between prenatal polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons exposure and psychosocial/socioeconomic stress on mental health … Read more

16 April 202016 April 2020

Rice wine lees supplements significantly improved visual selective attention and transthyretin levels but had no effect on other cognitive performance tests in physically active older adults

In February 2020 researchers from Japan published the results of their study to assess the effect of rice wine lees on cognitive function in physically active older adults. A total … Read more

14 April 202014 April 2020

An 8-week intake of dark chocolate flavanols does not appear to have any effect on cognition in healthy older adults

In March 2020 researchers from Finland published the results of their study to assess the effect of dark chocolate flavanols on cognition, blood lipid levels, and glucose metabolism in older … Read more

12 April 202012 April 2020

Dark chocolate consumption appears to have beneficial effects on human health by enhancing cognitive function

In November 2019 researchers from Japan published the results of their study to assess the effect of dark chocolate on cognitive function and neurotrophins. Neurotrophins are small proteins that secrete … Read more

11 April 202011 April 2020

Dancing may be a way of slowing down the naturally occurring age-related cognitive decline

In March 2020 researchers from Spain published the results of their study to assess the effect of dance on cognitive function. The researchers stated that dancing combines physical exercise with … Read more

8 April 20208 April 2020

Orally administered matured hop bitter acids (35 mg/day), which are ingredients found in beer, appear to significantly improve cognitive function as well as mental fatigue and anxiety

In January 2020 researchers from Japan published the results of their study to assess the effects of matured hop bitter acids on cognition, mental fatigue, and mood state. A total … Read more

6 April 20206 April 2020

Dark chocolate may have a beneficial effect on the brain in healthy young adults

In February 2020 researchers from the UK published the results of their study to assess whether benefits to verbal episodic memory and mood are observed two hours following the consumption … Read more

1 April 20201 April 2020

Dancing may help improve or maintain cognition in older individuals

In February 2019 researchers from Canada published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of dance as a physical activity or exercise on cognition in healthy … Read more