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Scientists have developed a low-cost, portable saliva biosensor that can detect BDNF levels in under three minutes, potentially aiding early diagnosis and monitoring of mental health conditions like depression and schizophrenia, with each test costing around $2.19.
Exercising 2-4 hours after studying can significantly enhance memory retention by increasing brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which strengthens neural connections and improves learning, according to research and expert insights from Dr. Kunal Sood.
A neuroscientist highlights that resistance training, such as weightlifting and bodyweight exercises, boosts BDNF levels, a molecule that promotes brain growth, improves memory, and may protect against Alzheimer's, offering a simple way to enhance brain health.
A study involving over 10,000 participants has found that regular moderate to vigorous physical activity is linked to larger, healthier brains, potentially protecting against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. The research, conducted by a Canadian/American team, highlights that even modest physical activity can increase brain volume in regions such as the hippocampus and temporal lobe, with brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) playing a key role in this neuroprotective effect. The study suggests that moderate exercise may be more beneficial than vigorous activity for brain health.
Two new studies have shown that regular exercise leads to much sharper thinking and improves brain health. One study found that just six minutes of strenuous exertion quintupled production of a neurochemical known to be essential for lifelong brain health. The other study used DNA and Mendelian randomization to establish that exercise does improve cognitive skills. These studies reinforce the idea that exercise is one of the best things you can do for your brain.