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“The researchers found that supplementing with astaxanthin for eight to 12 weeks improved cognition slightly but did not improve reaction time. However, when combined with exercise, astaxanthin enhanced fat oxidation and improved physical performance.”

“Future research is needed to determine a dose of creatine that improves cognition without damaging kidney health, which is a concern for older adult populations. Link to full report. Read more about the effects of creatine on cognition, depression, physical performance, and more in this overview article.”

“High doses of creatine have recently been shown to help preserve cognitive performance during acute sleep deprivation, but it is less clear whether a lower dose can provide similar benefits. A new study included 29 healthy adults aged 20 to 40 in a crossover trial.”

“All participants completed similar exercise training programs, and the researchers analyzed outcomes related to performance in hot or neutral conditions, aerobic capacity, heart rate, body temperature, sweat response, and perceived exertion.”

“A study examined whether the number of children people had was linked to differences in cognitive performance and brain age in both women and men. Researchers included 303,196 UK Biobank participants of European ancestry who had no diagnosed brain or nervous-system disorders.”

“Additionally, women, participants with fewer years of education, and those taking beta-blockers demonstrated greater cognitive performance in processing speed and executive function.”

“Pregnant women who maintain a moderate to high level of exercise performance during and after pregnancy experience a 7.3% increase in VO2max postpartum suggesting that pregnancy may improve exercise performance.”

“A randomized controlled trial found that supplementation with lutein and zeaxanthin (24 mg daily) significantly improved macular pigment optical density, visual performance, eye strain, eye fatigue, headache frequency, and sleep quality.”

“Just 3 months in prison leads to reduced self-control and reduced attentional performance suggesting that released prisoners may be less able to sustain focus on higher-level goals and more prone to impulsive risk-taking behavior.”

“These findings suggest that sports expertise may enhance working memory, likely due to the cognitive demands of high-level performance. Moreover, sedentary lifestyles hinder working memory, underscoring the importance of regular physical activity for maintaining cognitive health.”