There are Nine Big No-No’s. Tempting foods surround us. They cry out – buy me, eat me. And we do! That’s how manufacturers, chemists and marketers make their money. To cut costs they use additives to × make food look and taste delicious × keep food...
Remember the days when you knew everyone’s name instantly? And recognized faces without a problem? In those days, you never seemed to have to struggle for clues – you just knew. You were probably about 14! Actually, until you find yourself searching frantically for a...
It’s natural to worry about developing dementia—particularly Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form— especially if it runs in your family. However, the most dominant risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease is age, meaning the risk increases as we get older,...
News Flash! ‘Even the oldest cyclists had younger people’s levels of balance, reflexes, metabolic health and memory ability.’ Stephen Harridge, Director, Centre of Human and Aerospace Physiological Sciences, King’s College, London. Professor Harridge’s research...
What a nightmare it is when time is against you and you can’t find your keys, wallet or even your car! Why does this happen? And what can you do about it? Did you know that the human brain can focus on only one thing at a time? Maybe it is just for a nanosecond...
The Memory.Foundation (that’s us!) in partnership with The University of Auckland have developed games just for you! WHY? To exercise six key memory skills. (The ones everyone over 50 needs to have strong and agile.) The games are fun to play and will strengthen...
What do nuns have to do with brain science? A lot, actually! A study of 678 Catholic sisters aged 75 to 107-years old, of the convent of the School Sisters of Notre Dame on Good Counsel Hill in Mankato, Minnesota reveals the secrets of keeping the brain alive and...
Great news! You’ve asked for it – We’ve researched and gathered the best of the best for you. In our 7 Day Brain Booster Plan we show you exactly how to set up the new brain habits you need. You’ll FEEL healthier You’ll BE healthier AND...
Is stress affecting you? Occasional memory lapses can be caused by stress. If you are feeling stressed and anxious, try this quick test. It will help you decide if you need to moderate your lifestyle or seek further help. For each question, score yourself: Often = 2,...
You work long hours, right? Even longer sometimes to correct mistakes? Crazy, isn’t it! FACT Working non-stop = mistakes. FACT Your brain can handle only five to six hours of hard mental work. After that, deal with routine things like meetings (unless you are...
10 top tips to boost your brain power. Buy a good office chair, or get a standing desk. Correct posture and ergonomics plays a HUGE part in productivity and brain function. Ban multitasking. Your brain cannot multitask. If you try, your brain has to switch back and...
Can you rely on what you see? Your brain has a lot of work to do when you are trying to interpret an image. Both right and left brain connections are being activated as you understand where the artist is leading you. Maurits Cornelis Escher (usually M. C. Escher) was...
I love study! How often do you hear that? Not a lot, I guess! Young ones expect to remember just by reading over notes or listening to the teacher telling them what to do. But the truth is this: Getting facts into the brain is a skill that needs practice. There are...
1. Find out about your brain and you can make the most of your brain powers. Knowing that your brain is a constantly-developing miracle with billions of neurons and synapses will encourage you to take important steps to keep it flourishing. 2. Take care of...
You’ve all heard them Clever saying about brain and memory. Check out which ones are true. Myth 1. Genes determine the fate of our brains. Fact: Brain plasticity continues throughout life so your lifestyle plays a significant role in how well your mind and...