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Ozempic may improve taste buds

A proof-of-concept study found that semaglutide may influence taste perception of sweet compounds

Salon · Jun 5, 2024

This brainwave-reading headband promises sleep on demand — futuristic dream or a sci-fi nightmare?

The new Elemind headband use brainwave sensors and sound pulses to help you fall asleep faster. Here's how it works...

Tom’s Guide · Jun 5, 2024

Can you solve this school level super easy maths teaser?

Solving math teasers offers numerous benefits. It sharpens problem-solving skills and enhances logical thinking by challenging the brain to find solutions. These puzzles improve memory and concentration, making it easier to tackle complex tasks. They also boost creativity, as finding different approaches to problems can lead to innovative thinking. Additionally,…

The Times of India · Jun 5, 2024

PFL’s Brendan Loughnane: ‘If a fighter says they’re not scared of a KO, they’ve got no brain cells’

Exclusive interview: The former champion is making another run at featherweight gold and $1m in prize money

The Independent UK · Jun 5, 2024

Internet Addiction In Adolescence Alters Brains: Study

Researchers discovered that internet addiction in young people could alter their brains, and disrupt the signaling in critical neural networks impacting decision-making, attention, memory, coordination, and mental health.

Medical Daily · Jun 5, 2024

Doctor stands by decision not to give boxer brain scan

An emergency doctor has stood by a decision not to order a CT scan for an 18-year-old who presented with vomiting and headaches 10 days after a head knock.

AAP · Jun 5, 2024

Internet addiction could cause negative changes in teenagers’ brains – study

Academics said the problem can affect teenagers’ ability to maintain relationships.

The Independent UK · Jun 4, 2024

Internet addiction alters brain chemistry in young people, study finds

Changes in multiple neural networks can result in further addictive tendencies and negative behaviours, researchers say

The Guardian - UK · Jun 4, 2024

People who are online more may struggle with relationships, brain study finds

Teens addicted to the internet could also experience disrupted sleep and develop irregular eating patterns

The Independent UK · Jun 4, 2024

Sleep: The golden chain binding children’s brain health and academic performance

School-age children, in particular, are tasked with absorbing and consolidating vast amounts of new information daily. Sleep acts as a vital link connecting a child’s brain health and academic performance. However, their sleep patterns and requirements differ significantly from those of adults. The amount of sleep a person needs varies,…

The Times of India · Jun 4, 2024