Here’s how to make your brain part of your “get fit and healthy” plan. Did you recently commit to a regular exercise plan? If so, congratulations, because you’re well on your way to a healthier body.

As a neurologist who specializes in dementia and other cognitive disorders, I’m often asked how to maximize brain health throughout the lifespan. Healthy Aging Month gives us a chance to focus on just ...

Does hearing news about foods like eating, activities you may like doing being linked to dementia scare you? A new study shows that the answer to lowering your risk of these diseases does not lie in ...

Much has been made of the power of habit. We’re encouraged to make healthy choices our default and to understand the way that the brain sets certain tasks, such as our morning commute, on autopilot to ...

An estimated 45 million Americans go on a diet every single year, according to the Boston Medical Center. And yet, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly three in ...

Research has found that reading consistently can improve memory, reduce stress, and may even be linked to a longer lifespan.

Want to stay sharp as you age? Start with your lower legs. Calf size is more than just a muscle metric—it may also reflect brain health. A 2025 study found that people with calves smaller than 31 ...