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COGNITIVE FUNCTION AND EXERCISE
Psychology says people who can’t tie their shoelaces but solve impossible math problems may have an advantage: The surprising reason our brains work this wayThe most important takeaway is that intelligence cannot be reduced to a single score or trait. It is a complex combination of different abi...- Psychology says people who keep a glass of water by the bed they never drink aren’t wasteful: They’re often quieting a low background vigilance with the knowledge that if they wake up needing something, it’s already thereImagine a clear glass of water perched on your nightstand, seemingly out of place if it's untouched. Yet studies highlight that this ordina...
- Eli Lilly's Alzheimer's drug donanemab approved in India, but neurologists flag cost, access barriersA new drug for Alzheimer's, donanemab, has arrived in India. It aims to slow the disease's progression by clearing brain plaques. While off...
- Psychology says the exhaustion of modern life often isn’t from overwork: It’s from the fact that we’ve eliminated every attention gap, and the brain never gets the empty space it needs to recoverIn our bustling modern world, the rush of daily life rarely grants us the luxury of stillness. The unending stimulation stretches our menta...
- Sharpen your memory with these 8 simple morning habits: Psychologists ExplainsYour morning routine significantly impacts brain function. Simple habits like consistent sleep, sunlight exposure, and exercise boost alert...
- Psychology suggests people who arrive ten minutes early to everything aren't overprepared - they're using a small buffer to keep stress from deciding the mood of the day, because time pressure narrows how calmly people can thinkArriving early offers significant psychological benefits. Psychologists reveal that even a few extra minutes before an event can reduce str...
- No equipment or brain games. Just 2 minutes hand exercises to boost brain health and prevent DementiaNeurologist Suraj Malhan proposes simple two-minute hand exercises to boost brain health. These movements stimulate multiple brain areas si...
- Sleeping 7 to 8 hours may help protect your brain from dementia, says studyNew research reveals a sweet spot for sleep, suggesting 7 to 8 hours nightly can reduce dementia risk. This study, analyzing millions, also...
- How birdwatching trains the brain to focus faster and remember betterBirdwatching sharpens observation and memory. New research shows it can physically change the brain. Years of identifying birds lead to str...
- Child enrichment can cost Rs 1 lakh/year: Here’s how to fund your child’s preschool activity classes—from dance, music to phonicsFrom phonics to piano, music to drama, activity classes for pre-schoolers are growing fast—and so is the cost of raising a well-rounded chi...
- The Summer Survival Guide: Smarter ways to live through rising temperaturesWe are living in an era of extreme heat, and the planet is not pushing back on the pedal anytime soon. Which is why Lijee Philip brings to ...
- No sugar, lifestyle change, 10,000 steps not enough against diabetes and BP risks, warns top doctor. He suggests adding 2 more things to your routineNeurologist Dr. Sudhir Kumar warns that common health efforts like daily walking and cutting sugar may offer a false sense of security. He ...
- These Animals Are Changing How We Define IntelligenceRecent scientific findings challenge the human-centric view of intelligence, revealing complex cognitive abilities in animals like chimpanz...
- ‘Brain Rot’ is everywhere — here’s why the Internet can’t stop talking about itBrain rot, a new term for mental fatigue, is gaining attention. Excessive online content consumption, especially on social media, is linked...
- Want to stay productive? Apollo doctor shares simple habit that will keep you active as you ageStaying active throughout life boosts physical strength and mental well-being. A long-term study shows individuals who exercised and pursue...
- ‘Lifting weights is brain surgery’: CMC Vellore doctor explains how strength training may reverse brain ageingLifting weights offers a powerful path to sharper memory and slower brain aging, according to neurologist Dr. Sudhir Kumar. Consistent resi...
- 5 exercises that rewire the brain and improve cognitive functionThese five evidence‑backed exercise types enhance memory, attention, and processing speed by boosting blood flow, brain‑derived neurotrophi...
- Want a sharper mind? Neurologist reveals the ideal amount of exercise for a healthier brain, says 'every drop of sweat counts'Neurologist Doctor Wendy Suzuki highlights the link between exercise and brain health. Even moderate aerobic activity improves brain functi...
- World Brain Day: Get better sleep, eat healthy food & exercise daily to delay cognitive declineGood quality sleep is crucial for brain function, as per a study by UCL and the University of the Republic in Uruguay. Suffering from lifes...
- Exercise may boost brain function in dementia says researchAccording to the research carried out on 329 people, exercise was found to improve cognitive functioning in elderly people.
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