| | Train your brain to eat less Want to break bad diet habits? Our simple tips can help you practice mindful eating. (For starters, turn off the TV during meals!) Learn more. |
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Do you know the signs of a stroke? A stroke is like the brain’s version of a heart attack. Read up on the red flags every adult should know—and when to call 911. Learn more. |
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Barbie’s hot pink dreamhouse: The brain and color In the blockbuster Barbie movie, almost everything in Barbie’s world is a bright pink color. But what would it be like to actually live in a place that was almost monochromatic—just one color? It would be bad for the brain, say neuroscientists. Our brains would become desensitized to color—and the perception of color is an amazing ability that enriches our world. Learn more. |
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A link between dental health and brain health A new study has found that people with poorer dental health have a reduced volume in their hippocampus—a part of the brain that is important for memory. Prior studies have also linked dental health with heart health, and heart health with brain health—good reminders that the health of the brain and the body rely on one another. Learn more. |
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Play and laughter in the brain Did you know that rats can laugh—it’s just too high-pitched for human ears? A new study on rats has found that when they laugh and play, it engages a particular part of the brain, called the “periaqueductal gray,” or PAG. When the rats were anxious, activity in the PAG was suppressed. The next step for the research team is to investigate if the same is true for humans, who have a large PAG. The findings might ultimately help us better understand and treat anxiety and depression. Learn more. |
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What an Owl Knows: The New Science of the World’s Most Enigmatic Birds By Jennifer Ackerman Humans have been fascinated by owls for thousands of years—but owls’ elusive behavior has made them difficult to study. In her latest book, Jennifer Ackerman—well-known for her books on the intelligence of birds—dives into the world of owls. New discoveries about their brains and behavior—helped along by new technologies—shed light on the remarkable ways in which owls communicate, skillfully adapt to their environment, and even build their own identities. |
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