Brain & Life

Brain & Life™ is the sole magazine dedicated to exploring the link between neurological conditions and brain wellness. It offers a variety of viewpoints and aims to engage readers with unique news and narratives that aren’t available elsewhere. Previously known as Neurology Now®, this magazine is published by the American Academy of Neurology, which includes over 34,000 top neurologists globally. It addresses an array of subjects such as multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, epilepsy, concussions, Parkinson’s disease and movement issues, neuropathy, sleep disorders, migraines, and plenty more.

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Cómo mejorar la alimentación saludable a través de la planificación

1 week ago | brainandlife.org | Sari Harrar

Andrea Andretta ama cultivar, cocinar y comer comida sana. Pero hace 10 años la fatiga, el dolor y la confusión de la encefalomielitis miálgica/síndrome de fatiga crónica (ME/CFS) llegaron a su vida y tuvo que recurrir a una estrategia simple para llevar una dieta sana: planificar sus comidas. Andretta creó recetas con fotos para cocinar comidas sencillas, como yogur con fruta y frutos secos, ensalada de pollo y huevo con verduras, queso y tocino.
An Artist Uses His Work to Accept Autoimmune Disorder and Changing Abilities

2 weeks ago | brainandlife.org | Caitlin Heaney West

How were you diagnosed with NMOSD, an autoimmune disorder that affects the central nervous system? In 2020, I was running when unexplained blurry vision came on; I'd never experienced that. I saw an optometrist who had some ideas, and after a while, those ideas didn't explain things, so I was referred to a neuro-ophthalmologist and then to a fantastic neurologist, Kristen Krysko, MD, MAS [of St. Michael's Hospital and the University of Toronto]. When did you develop an interest in art?
How Adding Omega-3s to Your Diet Supports Brain Health

2 weeks ago | brainandlife.org | Sari Harrar

After a hemorrhagic stroke—in which a blood vessel ruptures in the brain—32-year-old Kelly Fucheck changed her diet to restore her overall physical and mental health. Now 46, she and her family eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein—and Fucheck fits in fish, nuts, and seeds packed with omega-3 fatty acids, sometimes in surprising ways.
Seven Tips for a Healthier Night’s Sleep

2 weeks ago | brainandlife.org | Alice Garbarini Hurley

Most adults need seven to nine hours of sleep nightly, according to the National Sleep Foundation, but everyone is different. “It's important to create a sleep-friendly environment,” says Joseph M. Dzierzewski, PhD, senior vice president of research and scientific affairs at the National Sleep Foundation in Washington, D.C.Rachel Marie E.
Echolalia in Children: When Repeating Words Is Normal and When to Seek Help

2 weeks ago | brainandlife.org | Susan FitzGerald

The mother says, “It's time to go.” The toddler repeats, “time to go.” The mother says, “Let's get your coat.” The toddler replies, “Get your coat.”Children often repeat what others say, whether it's parroting an older sister, a parent, or a daycare teacher. This trait is called echolalia, which comes from the Greek roots “echo,” meaning to repeat, and “lalia,” meaning speech. Unlike a thought-out response, echolalia appears to be automatic.
How Exercise Helps People with Neuromuscular Disorders Stay Strong and Mobile

2 weeks ago | brainandlife.org | Bob Barnett

Susan Ruediger always felt clumsy growing up. She got kicked out of a ballet class because she couldn't point her toes, and in her early 20s, she gave up running after falling and breaking her wrist. Some of her physical challenges were related to her condition, Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease, which she was diagnosed with at age 2. The progressive inherited neuropathy causes weakness, starting in the feet and hands, and can at times cause patients to feel pain and swelling.
Is There a Link Between Dementia and Eating Processed Red Meat?

1 month ago | brainandlife.org | Fran Kritz

You may want to rethink having a hot dog or a ham sandwich for lunch, based on the findings of a recent study published in the journal Neurology®. The study found that those who ate more processed red meat daily on average had an increased risk of dementia. The paper analyzed the diets, health, and lifestyle choices of more than 133,000 participants in two long-running population studies, the Nurses’ Health Study and the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study.
Affordable Options for Grocery Delivery

1 month ago | brainandlife.org | Fran Kritz

For many people with neurologic conditions, it's tough to get out to the supermarket. Sometimes it's more practical to have groceries delivered. To help make the process more affordable, we investigated these options. Houses of WorshipCost: FreeIncludes: Volunteers who can shop or pick up groceries, says Adolfo Diaz, director of patient services at the Parkinson's Foundation in New York City.
Surviving and Thriving After a Traumatic Brain Injury

2 months ago | brainandlife.org | Mary Bolster

You had a traumatic brain injury (TBI) when you were 18. What happened? I had finished my first semester at San Diego State University and was riding an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) with some friends on a pier. We were just goofing around, and none of us was wearing a helmet. Like many 18-year-olds, we thought we were immortal. That changed when my ATV flipped and my head slammed into the ground. How serious was your injury? I was rushed to the nearest hospital, where I lay in a coma for a week.
How Exercise Helps Those with Multiple Sclerosis

2 months ago | brainandlife.org | John Hanc

Physical activity is regularly prescribed for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and other neurologic illnesses, says John Corboy, MD, FAAN, professor of neurology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in Aurora. “It's not just about the drugs,” he says.