Which foods do you eat together? How you combine them may raise dementia risk

It’s no secret that a healthy diet may benefit the brain. However, it may not only be what foods you eat, but what foods you eat together that may be associated with your risk of dementia, according to a new study.

Sugar alters brain chemistry after only 12 days

New research in pigs examines how sugar intake affects the brain’s reward circuits and finds that changes are noticeable after just 12 days.

Extra virgin olive oil may protect against various dementias

A new study in mice finds that extra virgin olive oil prevents the toxic accumulation of tau protein in the brain and keeps memory intact.

Too much dietary fat in the brain may impact mental health

A new study in mouse models shows that a high-fat diet can alter signaling mechanisms in the brain, leading to depression-like behaviors.

Does eating mushrooms protect brain health?

Mushrooms are tasty and nutritious, but can they protect the brain from cognitive decline? That is what researchers from Singapore aim to find out.

Vitamin D and brain health: New mechanism may explain link

A new study in mice shows a previously unknown effect of vitamin D deficiency on the brain.

Nutrient in mother’s diet may help fight Alzheimer’s in offspring

Generations of mice descended from females whose diet was high in choline had fewer Alzheimer’s hallmarks in the brain and better memory function.

12 foods to boost brain function

The diet can have a significant impact on the brain’s function. A brain-healthy diet, rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, can boost memory and learning while staving off neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Here, we look at the evidence for some of the best brain foods.

Weight loss: Plant-based drug ‘switches off’ hunger

An extract from a plant used in traditional Chinese medicine may help ‘switch off’ hunger in the brain, helping people with obesity lose weight.

How do you kill food cravings?

Resisting the urge to eat can be difficult, especially when a person is following a new diet or trying to cut out certain foods. Carbohydrates and sugars can be particularly hard to resist because they release serotonin in the brain. However, several strategies can help to stop cravings

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