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Viewing Art Improves Mood and Anxiety

Have you visited an online art exhibition lately? An international research team involving the University of Vienna and the Max Planck Institute had 240 participants view an interactive Monet Water Lily art exhibition then fill out a questionnaire about their state of...

Get more out of your daily walk

Incorporate balance exercises, weight training, and vigorous activity into your routine. You already go for a walk every day, which is great for overall health. Regular, brisk walking helps lower LDL (bad) cholesterol, control blood pressure, strengthen muscles, burn...

Noticing MCI? Improve with Positive Thinking.

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is the stage between the expected decline in memory and thinking that happens with age and the more serious decline of dementia. MCI may include problems with memory, language or judgment. People with...

Is exercise easy or hard for you? The answer is Dopamine.

Dopamine plays a vital role in why exercise and physical activity feels easy to some, but exhausting to others, a new John Hopkins study reports. Dopamine is a chemical released in the brain that makes you feel good. Having the...

‘I had a slight stroke – can you tell me who you are?’

"The Brainfit for Life course was a turning point in my life." [Eight years ago, after Bev joined a class in Pukehohe, she wrote the following.]    “15 years ago I had a minor stroke from which I recovered apart from my memory.   When I heard of the...

Behind the claims for coconut oil

Marketing of coconut oil has successfully played on perceptions it's a natural, healthier choice, writes Nate Rigler. Published 22 March 2023     Comment: Coconut oil has gained a halo as a natural health product, with claims it can be used for almost...

Brain Myths – True or False?

Here is a list of 16 'neuromyths' that were prevalent among teachers in 2012. (Quite a long time ago now!) Research shows that some are correct and some are not.   Check your own knowledge below. We use our brain 24 hours a day. [learn_more caption="True or...

Four pillars of a ‘brain-boosting’ menu

The links between diet and dementia New York Times By Amelia Nierenberg Walnuts can improve cognitive function. Blueberries can boost memory. Fish oil supplements can lower your risk of Alzheimer’s disease. You may have noticed these buzzy “brain food” claims...