Decades of research has found that exercise is helpful for overall health and fitness, doing everything from lowering your risk of heart disease to helping you sleep better. According to a new study, ...

Medically reviewed by Sohaib Imtiaz, MD Key Takeaways A nutrient-rich diet supports brain health and may help prevent chronic diseases linked to cognitive decline.Fatty fish, leafy greens, berries, ...

Simple pharmaceutical interventions could help older brains cope with memory impairment and recovery after surgery, new ...

Simple pharmaceutical interventions could help older brains cope with memory impairment and recovery after surgery, new ...

Grapes are full of resveratrol, a memory-boosting compound. Concord grapes are rich in polyphenols, which have the potential to promote brain function. Dreamstime/TNS DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I enjoy cooking ...

During sleep, the brain strengthens memories it expects to use in the future. Now, scientists say they've found a way to enhance this process. This research might someday help people with memory loss.

Scientists are gradually understanding more about how and when music therapy works. One of the known uses of music in therapy is for Alzheimer’s and dementia therapy, where listening to music can help ...

If you've ever had trouble finding your keys or remembering what you had for breakfast, you know that short-term memory is far from perfect. For people who've had a traumatic brain injury (TBI), ...

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Some commonly used medications have been linked to memory issues and severe forgetfulness. Types: Examples of benzodiazepines include: Effect on memory: Benzodiazepines are known to affect memory ...

“My partner has recently been diagnosed with ADHD and is starting meds, which have been good at improving his focus and concentration and impulsivity; in general, he has more of a calmness, less buzzy ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I enjoy cooking, but I prefer to work with the freshest ingredients. As such, I grow my own fruits and vegetables in a small garden and purchase other fresh produce from a local ...