brain health

My name is Regina Denny, and in 2018, I lost my son Brian to cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS). This is the story of Brian’s death from CHS. View original article Contributor:

Itchy skin, or pruritus, is common and can affect any part of the body. Many factors can cause itchy legs, including skin conditions, diabetes, or allergic reactions. Learn about causes and treatments here. View original article Contributor:

Nootropics, or smart drugs, aim to enhance cognitive performance. Prescription stimulants and nonprescription substances, including caffeine, are considered nootropic. Here, we discuss research into the effects and risks. View original article Contributor:

Causes of numbness in the thigh include lupus, some autoimmune conditions, and multiple sclerosis. Treatment depends on the cause. Learn more here. View original article Contributor:

A small study tests whether regular tea drinkers have differently structured brains to non-tea drinkers. The findings are intriguing but not conclusive. View original article Contributor:

In the largest and most in-depth study of its kind, scientists confirm that physical fitness is associated with improved cognitive ability. View original article Contributor:

Two new studies suggest that there is an association between stress related tooth problems and cognitive decline among older populations. View original article Contributor:

The brains of people who use their feet as they would hands — for high precision tasks — have adapted to ‘view’ toes almost as fingers, a study shows. View original article Contributor:

A new trial found that deep transcranial magnetic stimulation may help ease cases of obsessive-compulsive disorder that do not respond to other treatments. View original article Contributor:

Trepanation is the historical practice of drilling holes into the skull. But why did our ancestors do it, and when did it start? We investigate. View original article Contributor: