Stretching your brain might be the better description. Do a crossword puzzle a day and you may just get good at crosswords.

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New research shows that lifetime physical activity can moderate the brain's response to childhood trauma, strengthening neural connectivity and promoting stress resilience.

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Researchers identify the Munc13-1 protein as a crucial molecular pathway for working memory, linking calcium signaling to synaptic strengthening.

Boost your brain health with six science‑backed habits from sleep and exercise to nutrition and social connection that will enhance memory, mood, and cognitive vitality.

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Tiny plastic particles may be quietly threatening brain health. New research suggests microplastics—now widely found in food, ...

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Just like muscles grow stronger with exercise, the brain can also be trained and improved through challenge, rest, and ...

The Conversation reports that the brain can be trained like muscles; new challenges and rest help boost brain health and ...

A new study from Johns Hopkins found that one type of brain-training computer game may help reduce the risk of dementia by up ...