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Beyond physical health, biohacking also ventures into enhancing mental capacities. One device under discussion is a red or near-infrared light helmet purported to improve brain function and address age-related cognitive decline. Although early research—some promising animal studies and small clinical trials—suggests potential benefits such as increased blood flow and nitric oxide release, there is yet no conclusive evidence for widespread consumer use.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classifies these devices for “general wellness,” not for diagnosing or treating medical conditions. Nonetheless, with aging populations and rising neurological diseases, investments into brain-enhancing technologies are accelerating, especially in countries like Singapore.