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
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
There is currently insufficient good-quality evidence to support a recommendation for iodine supplementation in pregnant women who are mildly-to-moderately deficient
In April 2020 researchers from the UK published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of iodine supplementation in mildly-to-moderately deficient pregnant women on maternal and … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
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
Individuals eating mushrooms twice or more per week appear to have a reduced incidence of mild cognitive impairment
In January 2019 researchers from Singapore published the results of their study to assess the association between mushroom intake and mild cognitive impairment. A total of 663 individuals aged 60 … Read more
Intermittent fasting is beneficial for many health conditions, including obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancers, and neurodegenerative brain disorders
In December 2019 researchers from the USA published their review on the effects of intermittent fasting. The suggestion that calorie restriction had a beneficial effect on aging and life span … Read more
A higher consumption of vegetable, fruit, and orange juice appears to reduce the risk of poor cognitive function in later life
In January 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the effect of long-term intake of vegetables and fruits on cognitive function in later life. … Read more
Radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation, such as that produced by mobile phone technology, may have an adverse effect on behaviour
In August 2019 researchers from the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Finland and India published their review on the effects of radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation on the brain and behaviour. The … Read more
Radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation, from sources such as mobile phones and base stations, has been classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer as a possible human carcinogen despite study results not being consistent
In March 2019 researchers from Poland published their review on the mobile phone radiation and its effect on health. The researchers stated that exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation, from sources … Read more
A 30-minute exposure to mobile phone radiation appears to have a significant effect on cognition, especially in individuals with epilepsy
In March 2019 researchers from Egypt published the results of their study to assess the effect of mobile phone radiation on cognition in individuals with epilepsy. A total of 30 … Read more
A Mediterranean diet supplemented with dairy foods improves mood and processing speed
In November 2018 researchers from Australia published the results of their study to assess the cognitive and psychological effects of a Mediterranean diet with adequate calcium for an ageing population. … Read more
Coffee increases alertness and accuracy, as well as decreasing reaction time, tiredness and headache ratings
In September 2018 researchers from the UK published the results of their study to assess the effect of coffee, decaffeinated coffee, and placebo on cognition and mood. A total of … Read more