Can you prevent cognitive decline? A neuroscientist reviews the most evidence-supported strategies for maintaining brain health as you age — from exercise to social engagement.
COVID Brain Fog: What Research Says About Long-Term Cognitive Effects
Three years after the initial pandemic wave, “brain fog” remains one of the most commonly reported long COVID symptoms. Patients describe difficulty concentrating, word-finding problems, slowed thinking, and memory lapses — complaints that are vague enough to be dismissed but consistent enough to demand scientific attention. Research has now moved …
AMES: A New Dawn in Early Detection of Cognitive Decline
The Automated Memory and Executive Screening (AMES) tool, introduced by Huang et al. (2023), represents a significant step in identifying early cognitive decline. Designed for use in primary care settings, AMES evaluates cognitive domains such as memory, language, and executive function. This post reviews the study’s findings and the tool’s …
Dietary Patterns, Cognitive Function, and Brain Aging
Corley et al. (2020) present a study examining how dietary patterns influence cognitive function and brain aging in older adults. Using data from the Lothian Birth Cohort 1936, the research identifies associations between two dietary patterns—Mediterranean-style and processed diets—and cognitive performance, as well as structural neuroimaging markers of brain health. …
Generational Shifts in Cognitive Health
Hui Zheng’s study offers an in-depth analysis of cognitive functioning trends across generations, highlighting notable improvements and subsequent declines in specific cohorts. This research provides critical data for understanding the factors influencing cognitive health over time and their broader implications for aging populations. Background The research examines cognitive performance trends …
A New Approach to Alzheimer’s Treatment
Bredesen’s 2014 study introduces an innovative approach to addressing cognitive decline, particularly in conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease. This research explores a multi-modal therapeutic framework called Metabolic Enhancement for Neurodegeneration (MEND), highlighting its potential to improve cognitive abilities in early-stage cases. The findings are promising yet warrant further investigation to …