Category Archives: Brain

Go Fish

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Kathy

You probably already know it’s good for your heart, brain, and waistline. Now a large study suggests that eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids might help protect the colon, at least in women. Those who said they ate an average … Continue reading →

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Forgetful?

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Kathy

Remember this: The next time you walk into a room and can’t recall why you went there, don’t blame your aging brain–blame the doorway itself. New research from the University of Notre Dame finds that doorways serve as “event boundaries.” … Continue reading →

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Age-Proof Your Brain

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Kathy

Get Moving “If you do only one thing to keep your brain young, exercise.” says Art Kramer.Ph.D., professor of psychology and neuroscience at the University of Illinois, Higher exercise levels can reduce dementia risk by 30 to 40 percent compared … Continue reading →

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10 Ways To Help Your Brain

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Kathy

Getting healthy is a top New Year’s resolution. But keeping your brain healthy as you age also should be a top priority. Dr. Wes Ashford, an Alzheimer’s Disease expert and creator of the consumer memory screening test MemTrax, offers these … Continue reading →

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