There are important distinctions among the various forms of vitamin B12. In particular, the adenosylcobalamin form of B12 plays a critical role in mitochondria, methylation tolerance, myelin formation, cancer risk reduction, and neurological health and it may be lacking in your diet.

2009 was a busy year as gene-related exploration tools opened up a treasure trove of new discoveries. We've learned why some of the obvious good health habits, like getting enough sleep and exercise are more important than ever, and we've learned new things about health that were barely imagined even a year ago. Many of the following stories are feature...

Scientists provide proof that the consumption of dietary fat containing oleic acid (high in olive oil) triggers the release in your small intestine of a compound called oleoylethanolamide (OEA). OEA sends hunger-curbing messages to your brain, which can help to reduce appetite so you want to eat less food. On top of that, OEA helps form memories,...

Scientists have now proven that extra body weight is associated with adverse nerve abnormalities in the frontal brain that influence cognitive ability as well as impulse control.

A new study shows that altered permeability in the blood-brain barrier is a key factor associated with amyloid beta excess. Previously it has been shown that leakiness of the blood-brain barrier allows substances to enter the brain that provoke brain inflammation and consequent excessive production of amyloid beta. This study adds a new twist, actually...

While doctors don't know for sure what causes fibromyalgia, a "wound-up" central nervous system underlies a diagnosis. Focus on key nutrients that can help you manage nervous system stress.

Improved Working Memory but No Effect on Striatal Vesicular Monoamine Transporter Type 2 after Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Supplementation

Aqueous extract of Cordyceps alleviates cerebral ischemia-induced short-term memory impairment in gerbils.

Blueberry-induced changes in spatial working memory correlate with changes in hippocampal CREB phosphorylation and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels.

Acetyl-L-Carnitine Attenuates Okadaic Acid Induced Tau Hyperphosphorylation and Spatial Memory Impairment in Rats.

Complex Antioxidant Blend Improves Memory in Community-Dwelling Seniors.

Plasma phospholipids identify antecedent memory impairment in older adults.