By Paul E. Bendheim, MD — Founder of BrainSavers; board-certified neurologist and Clinical Professor of Neurology, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix; author of The Brain Training Revolution: A Proven Workout for Healthy Brain Aging Benge JF, Scullin MK. "A meta-analysis of technology use and cognitive aging." Nature Human Behaviour, volume 9, pages 1405–1419, 2025. Many of us now keep everything in our phones: appointments, pills, a grandson's birthday. It's

By Paul E. Bendheim, MD — Founder of BrainSavers; board-certified neurologist and Clinical Professor of Neurology, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix; author of The Brain Training Revolution: A Proven Workout for Healthy Brain Aging. Adapted from my conversation with host Nancy Margrit on The Practice Pulse, August 2026. A podcast host asked me recently which myth about the brain I would get rid of forever, if I could only pick one. I did not have to think ab

More than 60 experiments, 2,622 people. A few quiet minutes after learning helped memory, the benefit lasted a week, and older adults gained almost three times as much.

Most of us know that healthy habits are good for the brain. Eat well. Move more. Stay social. But here is a bigger question: does it work better to do all of these things together, as one organized program? A major new study says yes — and the results are hard to ignore.

Verywell Health asked BrainSavers founder Dr. Paul Bendheim about a new study where a year of regular aerobic exercise kept adults’ brains about a year younger on MRI. Here’s his take — and why he’s been saying it for 25 years.

A large study of 87,577 adults followed for over 8 years found that people who received more bright light during the day had a lower risk of developing dementia over time. The researchers used wrist-worn devices to objectively measure both daytime and nighttime light exposure, not just self-reported “time outside.”

Most brain‑health advice says, “Sit less, move more.” That’s still true—but a major study shows something else is just as important: what you do while you’re sitting. Researchers found that passive sitting, like zoning out in front of the TV, is linked to a higher risk of dementia—but mentally active sitting, like reading or using a computer, is linked to a lower risk.

An article in TC JewFolk highlights how Mah Jongg can support better cognitive health in older adults by combining mental challenge with social connection. The game is more than a pastime; it gives aging adults a way to stay engaged, think strategically, and build the kind of community that supports healthier brains and healthier lives. With

In this episode of the Wellness Growth Code, host Justine McKell welcomes neurologist Dr. Paul Bendheim and BrainSavers’ Craig Ullman to discuss the essentials of safeguarding your brain as you grow older.

Maintaining physical activity is essential for older adults to preserve independence, improve our quality of life, and support cognitive health. As we age, our bodies and minds require specific types of exercise that address strength, balance, flexibility, and endurance. In this blog post, I share practical insights into effective exercises, supported by scientific research. I will also highlight how these exercises can be safely incorporated into daily routines to promot

According to an exciting recent study, most older adults can meaningfully extend their healthspan—the years lived free of major chronic disease—by making very small, combined improvements in sleep, movement, and nutrition, rather than dramatic changes in any one area.

I have long advocated that exercise can help reduce symptoms of depression in many adults, especially when done regularly at light to moderate intensity. An updated Cochrane review, just published, further supports my position. It suggests that exercise is generally safe and accessible and can be part of a broader plan to support mood, brain health, and overall well‑being.