Growing Old has its Upsides, too.

By Timi Gustafson, R.D. Old age is no laughing matter. Inevitably, it comes with decline and decay, perhaps disability and loss. On the other hand, there are also opportunities to enjoy one’s later years when they are no longer occupied with goals and ambitions, tasks...
Which medications affect memory?

Which medications affect memory?

A reader writes: ‘Can medication affect memory?’ We asked Dr Allison Lamont, PhD, memory expert, what the research says.    Reader, this is a very interesting question. And the answer is still being explored by researchers. In the past, doctors often...
Are Neurons Lost with Ageing?

Are Neurons Lost with Ageing?

A reader writes: ‘I’ve been told that I lose brain neurons every year I get older. Is this true?’ We asked Dr Allison Lamont, PhD, memory expert, what the research says.    Reader, this is one of the biggest brain myths! For years we have been...
Is It Alzheimer’s?

Is It Alzheimer’s?

What’s Normal and What’s Not? Many people over the age of 50 (and maybe even younger) experience mild forgetfulness. Although these are a wake-up call to pay attention to your brain and memory, if the forgetfulness includes: • Forgetting parts of an experience •...
Honey, I lost the CAR!

Honey, I lost the CAR!

I frantically dialled his mobile. “Help me! I can’t find the car!!” I wasn’t expecting to hear, “Well, what do you expect me to do about it?! I expected directions, a calm voice giving me some clues ……. isn’t that what...