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Low omega 3 blocks B vitamin benefits

The benefits of B vitamin supplementation for cognitive health may be entirely dependent on your intake of omega 3 fatty acids, explaining why they work for some and not for others.

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A fat to forget: Trans fats impair memory
Posted on Sun, 5 Jul 15

A fat to forget: Trans fats impair memory

Previously linked to aggressive and depressive symptoms, trans fats have recently been linked to poor cognition in younger age adults as well.

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Fast food stunts academic growth in kids
Posted on Sat, 24 Jan 15

Fast food stunts academic growth in kids

What happens when kids brains are starved of vital nutrients due to regular consumption of nutrient-depleted fast foods? Their brain suffers and academic performance goes down, according to a new study.

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Curcumin improves brain health, fast
Posted on Sat, 6 Dec 14

Curcumin improves brain health, fast

One of the first studies to investigate the effects of curcumin on memory, cognition and mood has produced some promising results with benefits noticed after a single dose.

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Eating fish prevents brain gray matter loss
Posted on Sun, 7 Sep 14

Eating fish prevents brain gray matter loss

Age related loss of brain gray matter occurs insidiously over decades before clinical symptoms of dementia develop. Lifestyle and dietary factors are known to influence brain health, and a new study suggests eating fish can protect your brain.

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