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Detection of genes that regulate brain aging
A group of Canadian and American scientists announced on January 17 that they have discovered an important gene that regulates brain aging.
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Environment
Air pollution causes brain aging
New research shows the level of air pollution in towns and cities makes brain aging about 3 years.
Medicine - Health
Eat lots of fish and vegetables to prevent brain aging
The BBC reports scientists from two universities and a medical center in the US - including Oregon Health and Science University, Portland Medical Center, University of…
Medicine - Health
Sleep less affects the brain
A recent study confirmed that sleep not only affects physical health but also has great implications for people's mental health. Following that, sleeping too little or s…
Medicine - Health
Celery prevents dementia
The taste of celery is not so pleasant with the taste of many people. However, scientists have discovered that in celery ...
Medicine - Health
The brain can age faster if the heart provides less blood
A person with a low heart rate, an amount of blood pumped from the heart to the whole body will have at least 2 years older brains than the person with the highest index.
Medicine - Health
Detection of aging genes in the human brain
Can scientists someday slow down the aging process of the brain and prevent some diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's?
Medicine - Health
Walk regularly to combat brain aging
A new Italian study finds: walking or exercising regularly for people age 65 or older can reduce the risk of schizophrenia.