Exercise and digestion can have profound impacts on the body. Ricardo Da Costa experienced that first hand. His first job out of high school in the 1990s in Portugal was as a professional ...

Not all brain cells are found in the brain. For example, a team at Caltech has identified two distinct types of neurons in the abdomens of mice that appear to control different aspects of digestion.

Exercise increases blood flow and oxygen to the brain, supporting memory and thinking. Strength training may enhance cognitive performance and slow brain degeneration. Aim for 30-45 minutes of ...

The Institute of Medicine’s Food Forum convened a 1 ½ day public workshop with the goal to better understand and gain cross-disciplinary perspectives on the current research in neurobiology, with a ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A recent study highlighted the significant impact of lifestyle choices on brain health, suggesting that regular exercise may benefit the brain as much as the body. The Health and ...

Last month, I began a series of posts focusing on recent scientific research that supports the philosophical claims in my latest book, Why We Dance: A Philosophy of Bodily Becoming. In turn, I am ...

Jeff Tweedy, leader of the roots-inflected rock bands Wilco and Uncle Tupelo, struggled mightily with various drug addictions, most notably to prescription painkillers, alcohol, and cigarettes. These ...

Studies show that even gentle post-meal movement can influence blood sugar control and gut-brain signaling, helping the body process nutrients more efficiently. A couple takes a sunset stroll.

It’s not just good for your heart—this exercise boosts brain health, too. Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT Physical therapists recommend aerobic exercise to boost brain health.

Most people who reach for a handful of blackberries or add kale to their lunch are thinking about vitamins, maybe antioxidants, possibly just trying to be a little healthier. What they are almost ...

The Institute of Medicine’s Food Forum convened a 1 ½ day public workshop with the goal to better understand and gain cross-disciplinary perspectives on the current research in neurobiology, with a ...