Autism is a complex condition. It affects how people think, behave, and interact with others. Scientists are now looking at the gut-brain connection. They believe it plays a big role in autism. The gut is home to trillions of tiny organisms. These are called microbes. In people with autism, these m
Ever wondered if your body shape affects your brain's health? New research shows that the balance between muscle and internal belly fat might be key to keeping your brain young. Scientists studied over a thousand healthy adults around 55 years old. They used advanced MRI scans to check muscles, bra
What if your body's muscle and fat levels could tell us something about your brain's age? A recent study suggests that might be the case. Scientists used full-body MRI scans and AI to examine 1, 164 adults. They wanted to see if muscle levels and fat distribution were linked to how young or old our
Neuroscience is stepping away from old ideas that label brain differences as problems. Instead, it's looking at each person's brain as a unique network. This shift is called precision neurodiversity. It's about seeing how our brains are wired differently and how that affects how we think and behave.
Our brains are wired to focus on the bad stuff more than the good. This isn't a personal flaw; it's a survival trick from our ancestors. Back then, noticing danger was crucial. A missed threat could mean death, while missing a pretty flower wasn't a big deal. So, our brains learned to prioritize neg
Heart attacks are already serious, but they might also be affecting the brain in ways many people don't realize. After a heart attack, especially in cases like Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS), some people struggle with thinking clearly. This isn't just a temporary fog; it can lead to serious issues li
Feeling younger than your age might not just be a feeling—it could be a sign of a healthier brain. Studies show that people who feel younger often have brains that look younger too. As we get older, our brains naturally shrink, blood flow slows down, and thinking can get a bit foggy. But there are w
Ever thought about how your brain changes and grows? It turns out that tiny cells in your blood, called platelets, might play a big role in this. These little guys are like messengers, carrying important signals from your body to your brain. They help your brain adapt and change, a process known as
Epilepsy is a complex puzzle. It alters the brain's layout and operations. Researchers have been piecing together clues. They examined various brain scans. Some scans focused on the brain's physical form. Others observed its activity during rest. The findings were intriguing. The hippocampus, a vit
A 69-year-old Japanese man faced a strange problem. He couldn't recognize faces, simple drawings, or even read and write Kanji characters. This happened after a part of his brain, the right fusiform gyrus and occipitotemporal lobe, didn't get enough blood. It's like his brain's picture and word libr
