Memory

In psychological terms memory refers to information that is encoded, stored and retrieved by the brain. In layman terms, it refers to a person’s ability to remember things. Many mental disorders are characterised by amnesia or memory loss and hence a person’s ability to remember things plays an important role in their physical and mental well-being.

Aerobic exercise and other ways to stave off age-related memory loss

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, May 23, 2020 at 09:19am

With age, your memory may start to fade, but you can still do a lot of things to slow down the brain aging process and prevent development of neurological disorders like Alzheimer's disease. Adding aerobic exercise to your lifestyle is one way to prevent memory loss.
These 4 indoor games will help you keep brain fog at bay amidst the lockdown

Posted By Sanyukta Baijal, April 13, 2020 at 10:46am

Isolation can affect your cognitive functioning. Don't let quarantine mess with your brain. Try these four indoor games to flex your cerebral muscles while you're stuck at home.
Power of scents may alter how memories are processed in brain

Posted By ANI, March 19, 2020 at 09:22am

The scents that spark our memories are extremely powerful. Today, they serve as the triggers for our nostalgia and our anxiety, but tomorrow, they could be our treatments.
Study says smell of rose improves learning in students: Four other tricks to boost your brain power

Posted By Editorial Team, February 03, 2020 at 10:38am

There are many other techniques that can help you improve your learning speed. Read on to know more
Brain health: Tips to prevent eventual memory loss

Posted By Editorial Team, January 15, 2020 at 06:46pm

Studies have found cognitive function and brain efficiency can be improved through simple lifestyle changes, such as eating healthily and incorporating physical activity, stress relief, and memory exercises into their daily lives.
Alzheimer's prevention: Vaccine for memory loss is closer to reality

Posted By IANS, January 01, 2020 at 10:38am

Researchers are looking to develop effective immunotherapy via a new vaccine to remove 'brain plaque' and tau protein aggregates linked to Alzheimer's disease.
Health risks of obesity: Obese kids likely to have poorer working memory

Posted By ANI, December 30, 2019 at 12:31pm

Obesity not only affects the heart, but also the brain. Changes in kids' diets and exercise levels at a younger age may help reduce the effects of obesity on their heart and brain.
Boost your memory by exercising regularly and eating healthy foods

Posted By Editorial Team, December 18, 2019 at 02:00pm

Many of us take for granted our memory's capacity and our ability to recall information. But as we age, these powers diminish. Read on to know how you can boost your memory naturally.
Bad memories can be a real pain: Know how to forget them

Posted By Paras Hemrajani, December 02, 2019 at 02:11am

According to a new study, there is a reason why forgetting your bad memories is not easy. Read on to know more.
Breakthrough cell therapy to improve memory following traumatic brain injury : Study

Posted By ANI, November 17, 2019 at 11:11am

According to the study published in the journal of 'Nature Communications.' transplanting embryonic progenitor cells capable of generating inhibitory interneurons, a specific type of nerve cell that controls the activity of brain circuits, into the brains of mice with traumatic brain injury can target the hippocampus, a brain region responsible for learning and memory.
Sharpening your memory can be as simple as sipping these 5 super juices

Posted By Editorial Team, October 22, 2019 at 09:28am

Have you been forgetting things of late? Weak retention power can be dealt with naturally. Here are the 5 juices that can help sharpening your memory.
A bad memory is like a festering sore: 5 ways to cope with it

Posted By Editorial Team, September 07, 2019 at 02:11pm

Are you tired of thinking about an unfortunate experience? Here are some ways in which you can cope with your bad memory.
5 reasons why music is good for your brain

Posted By Editorial Team, July 22, 2019 at 11:20am

Read on to know how music benefits your brain.
Artificial intelligence might might be the new ray of hope for Alzheimer's patients

Posted By IANS, June 27, 2019 at 10:31am

According to a study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, a new tool of machine learning in AI might prove to be a boon for Alzheimer's patients
A hypertension drug may be the ray of hope for Alzheimer's patients

Posted By IANS, June 19, 2019 at 11:57am

Blood pressure medicine can improve the functions of our brain s memory and learning centre, finds new study.
Good sleep, mood can help you stay sharp in old age

Posted By IANS, May 12, 2019 at 10:45am

According to a new study, getting a fair amount of sleep every night and having a cheerful mood each day may help you stay sharp even when you grow old.
Alzheimer’s disease: Watch out for these early signs and symptoms

Posted By Editorial Team, May 01, 2019 at 01:33pm
Electrostimulation can boost your memory: Study

Posted By ANI, April 16, 2019 at 08:18am

A new study published in Nature Neuroscience has revealed that electric impulses can potentially boost your memory.
Hobbies with benefits: Here is why you need them

Posted By Editorial Team, April 14, 2019 at 06:51pm

Hobbies come with a host of physical, fitness and brain benefits. Pursue them for a happier and healthier life.
Know about these damaging effects of alcohol on your brain

Posted By Editorial Team, April 03, 2019 at 09:13pm