Iq

Not so dumb: Blondes are just as smart as others, finds study

Blonde women are not so dumb. They are infact more likely to be in the highest IQ category than those with other hair colors, finds study

Brainier than Hawking? Meet Nicole Barr, the 12-yr-old to score a perfect 162 on the Mensa IQ test

The smarter you are, the longer you live, says study

eyond making smarter choices in life, intelligent people also live longer because they have biology working in their favour, according to a new study.

Eye-Q: Scientists show link between retinal blood vessels and intelligence

The width of blood vessels in the retina, located at the back of the eye, may indicate brain health years before the onset of dementia and other deficits, according to a new study.

Redder the lips, lower the IQ

Experts have warned after a study involving 22 lipstick brands found that 55 percent contained trace amounts of the toxic element.

Why children who eat fast food have lower IQs

Children who grow up on fast food are likely to develop a lower IQ than those who regularly take freshly-cooked meals, a new study has found.

Hooked to pot before age 18? You may hamper intelligence

Researchers from Britain and the United States found that persistent and dependent use of cannabis before the age of 18 may have a so-called neurotoxic effect, but heavy pot use after 18 appears to be less damaging to the brain.

Low IQ? Blame junk food for it

Babies and infants fed junk food may have a slightly reduced IQ, while those going in for healthy diets have a slightly higher IQ, says a study.

Finally, a study reveals women are smarter than men

Men may now need to think twice before questioning a woman's intelligence at home or in the office. Psychologists have found female IQ scores have risen above men's for the first time in 100 years.

Intelligent women 'more likely to take illegal drugs': Study

Intelligent women, according to researchers, think they are more open to new experiences and they don't believe it's risky trying drugs once or twice.