The Germans call it an ohwurm (earworm). In Portugal, it's known as chiclete do ouvida (ear chewing gum). And me? I just call it plain old annoying! I'm talking about that curious habit our brains have of holding onto a song and repeating it over and over as if it were a broken record. ... Read More ›
Brain Health & Memory
UPDATED:April 25, 2017
UPDATED:April 20, 2017
6 foods to help halt Alzheimer’s linked brain shrink
From studies on the Mediterranean diet to the creation of the MIND diet, we’ve learned a lot in the last decade or so about how our diet can affect our cognitive function. But a new study out of Columbia University went beyond the symptoms to find out how food effects the brain itself. The study, ... Read More ›
UPDATED:April 6, 2017
5 times better memory in 45 minutes!
Do you find yourself having trouble remembering things such as that important speech or recalling what you need to pick up at the grocery store? Or maybe you have trouble putting names to faces? If so you’re going to love this science-backed solution that seems almost too simple to be true. It ... Read More ›
UPDATED:March 28, 2017
Tiny supermarket berry delivers a BIG brain boost
Folks who are convinced that you have to sacrifice taste to eat healthy—or for something to be considered a health food it has to taste like sawdust—are really missing out. Because, the truth is, some of the healthiest foods out there also happen to be the tastiest. Don’t believe me? Well, let’s ... Read More ›
UPDATED:March 21, 2017
Sharp as a tack memory no matter your age
Remember back when your memory was as strong as a steel trap and your recall was as quick as lightning? Those were the days. Keeping an entire shopping list in your head and not forgetting a thing? No problem! Making it to every appointment? Done, with time to spare. Mastering a new hobby? Bring ... Read More ›
UPDATED:March 15, 2017
Alzheimer’s trigger found in everyday foods
Researchers from the University of Bath and King’s College London recently made a shocking discovery. A common ingredient in the typical Western diet could turn out to be the culprit behind Alzheimer’s disease. We already knew that diabetics have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s, but now ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 28, 2017
Dementia or brain burp? When to worry
There are plenty of ways to track your physical health. You can measure things like weight, waist size, blood pressure, blood sugar, heart rate and the list goes on. It’s different when it come to your brain health, though. Things aren’t always so clear. What we do know is that there are will ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 27, 2017
4 brain-friendly superfoods you should be eating
Keep your brain sharp no matter your age with these four brain-friendly superfoods that should be on everyone’s menu. 1. Coffee: Still feel a little guilty about your coffee habit? You shouldn’t. Every day new benefits are being uncovered for this ancient brew, and it turns out keeping your brain ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 17, 2017
Slash your risk of Parkinson with 5 delicious foods
Parkinson’s is a sneaky disease. In many cases it starts with a barely noticeable tremor in one of your hands. But over time it continues to attack your nervous system killing off brain cells until it, not you, is in control of your body. There isn’t a cure for Parkinson’s yet, but researchers ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 1, 2017
Seniors stay sharp as a tack and behind the wheel
They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. Well I don’t know much about those old dogs, but I can assure you vibrant savvy seniors have no trouble learning new things! In fact, if you’re still a bit wet behind the ears they’ll likely teach you a thing or two while they’re at it. And if you ... Read More ›
