OUR BRAINFIT ARTICLES
Recipe Of The Month: Tofu Stir-Fry with Broccoli & Cashews
TOFU STIR-FRY WITH BROCCOLI & CASHEWS A simple, brain-friendly meal to support focus and energy. Tofu provides plant-based protein and iron, while broccoli and cashews supply antioxidants and brain-supporting minerals like magnesium and zinc. Serves 2...
Setting Goals Your Brain Can Actually Keep
Brainfit Tricks For '26 - Part 1: At Brainfit, we are brain fitness and memory coaches. In 2026 we’re sharing 52 weekly, science-backed Brainfit Tricks designed to strengthen memory, sharpen focus, and build greater confidence at any age. Welcome to Brainfit Tricks...
BRAINFIT TRICKS FOR ’26
52 Science-Backed Brain Boosts for a Stronger Brain, Brighter Days & a Happier You Tiny habits. Big impact. All year long. Welcome to Brainfit Tricks for ’26 - our year-long brain health initiative designed to help you build better memory, focus, clarity...
THRIVING: HOW LEARNING, LIFESTYLE & PURPOSE POWER A STRONGER BRAIN
Why “Thriving” Matters for Your Brain Thriving isn’t just about getting by. It’s about feeling alive, mentally agile, curious and in control. And the good news? Neuroscience shows that no matter your age, your brain can adapt, grow and strengthen with the right...
THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 1:
A Personal Note from Jude: Why I’m Writing This Menopause & Memory Series: As a woman in my late 40s, I know all too well the rollercoaster of perimenopause. During a recent GP visit to investigate ongoing, debilitating joint pain (yes - another of the many joys...
Simple Ways To Reset With Creativity
At Brainfit®, we often highlight the powerful role creativity plays in supporting memory, resilience, and overall brain health. To bring this to life, we’ve teamed up with New Plymouth–based artist and design consultant Vicky Lord to share her top tips on how tapping...
THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 4:
Have you ever felt teary, overwhelmed, or flat and then completely forgotten what you were doing, why you walked into a room, or what someone just said? You’re not imagining it. Mood, memory, and menopause are deeply connected. And when your hormones are fluctuating...
THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 3:
You lie awake sweating, tossing and turning and the next day, you can’t find your words, your keys, or your energy. Sleep disruption is one of the top reasons women experience cognitive issues during perimenopause and menopause, and it has a huge impact on...
THE MENOPAUSE & MEMORY SERIES – Part 2:
When people talk about perimenopause and menopause, the focus is usually on hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep disruption but one of the biggest shifts is happening inside your brain. Estrogen isn’t just a reproductive hormone - it’s a neuroprotective powerhouse....
Mindfulness: The Daily Habit That Rewires Your Brain
In a world that feels increasingly rushed, distracted, and overstimulated, one ancient practice has made a powerful comeback and for good reason. Mindfulness isn’t just a buzzword or a wellness fad. Backed by brain scans, longitudinal studies, and neuroscience...