Category Archives: brain food

Magnesium May Improve Memory Study Shows

January 29, 2010 – 1:10 pm

A recent study on magnesium showed measurable improvements in working memory, short and long-term memory, and an improved ability to learn new things (with supplementation).

By Dr. Bernard Croisile | Also posted in Brain health, Cognitive Neuroscience, Health & Wellness, Memory, Nutrition, neural connections, plasticity | Tagged , , , | Comments (3)

Can Cooking Dinner Help Your Brain?

January 15, 2010 – 5:36 pm

Cooking is an activity that takes a person through a variety of brain functions. When we take to our kitchens to prepare our favorite dinner recipes, we are also honing many of our cognitive skills.

By Michael Rucker | Also posted in Aging Well, Attention Skills, Brain exercises, Brain health, Health & Wellness, Mind Fitness | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments (1)

101 New Year’s Resolutions

December 29, 2009 – 2:56 pm

It’s the time  to reflect on the past year 2009 and set new personal goals for the coming year 2010. We have a few ideas for you – some simple, some bigger. The important thing is to resolve to change something. Consider the positive effects on your brain. You’ll be all the better for it….
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By Laura Fay | Also posted in Aging Well, Attention Skills, Brain exercises, Concentration, Fitness, Language, Memory, Mind/Body, Physical Exercise, driving skills | Tagged , , , , , | Comments (0)

The Best Holiday Brain Foods

December 23, 2009 – 3:40 pm

Just in  time for the Holidays, here’s a list of healthy brain foods. Incorporate some into your Holiday feasts with friends and family….
Wholegrain foods: Your memory will love it! It has also been proved that higher levels of folic acid, vitamin B12, and vitamin B6 made it easier for women to recall information. Fortified cereals [...]

By Dr. Bernard Croisile | Also posted in Brain health, Health & Wellness, Mind/Body, dementia | Tagged , , , , | Comments (0)

Thanksgiving Brain Savers

November 20, 2009 – 12:54 am

This may come as a surprise, but some of the foods most likely to land on the table this Thanksgiving are really good for you and can deliver a bundle of benefits to your brain.
From stuffing to cranberries to red wine to hot chocolate, and even that last sip of coffee, there are many traditional [...]

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