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Diet Coke Is Basically Brain Food, Study Says

Scientists suspect that caffeine can boost your cognitive performance and improve tactical decision-making. But unfortunately, the sweet spot may not allow for as much cold brew as you’d hoped

What Happens When My Brain Goes into Autopilot Mode?

Why did you just put that banana in the dishwasher? And how did the milk end up in the cupboard? The default network of our brain can make us do some pretty stupid stuff, but it’s all for the greater good

Why Depression Can Wipe Your Memory Clean

When you’re depressed, it becomes increasingly difficult to remember things, especially happy memories. And if that wasn’t enough of a bummer, certain antidepressants that improve your mood can make your memory even worse

Summer Weather Gives You Himbo Brain

If the heat has you feeling dumb as hell, science suggests that it’s not totally your fault. Our brains are simply less capable of complex decision-making when it gets hotter out