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Running is the perfect way to train your brain

Posted on 04. Feb, 2010 by Jenny.

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Want to help your memory, get running!…

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Have a break to boost your memory power

Posted on 28. Jan, 2010 by Jenny.

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Scientists have always known that sleeping helps consolidate memory by allowing your mind to sift through recently gained knowledge and file it in the brain.
But this new research suggests that even a short rest or break while conscious could help it sort and retain information.
The findings by New York University, which appear in the latest [...]

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Brain Power: The Broccoli Boost

Posted on 28. Jan, 2010 by Jenny.

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Eating food rich in magnesium such as spinach and broccoli could boost memory and brain power, scientists claim.
Research suggests that an increase in magnesium in the brain improves learning and memory. The study, published in Neuron, said that increasing magnesium intake may starve off the effects of ageing.
By Richard Alleyne, The Daily Telegraph, Thursday 28th [...]

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‘Alzheimer’s The Musical’

Posted on 14. Dec, 2009 by Jenny.

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We have had some enquiries concerning a BBC programme last week called ‘Alzheimer’s The Musical’. The programme presented evidence that singing can be a useful stimulus for the brain, which is more effective at retaining words when used in song and music. Singing is therefore a useful and enjoyable stimulus for anyone with dementia.

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Understand and Improve your Memory

Posted on 26. Oct, 2009 by Jenny.

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Need to improve your memory? Reading this article could be a great way to start!

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Web can help silver surfers slow dementia

Posted on 21. Oct, 2009 by Jenny.

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Googling is good for grandparents…

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Canny Interview with 8 times World Memory Champion, Dominic O’Brien

Posted on 09. Oct, 2009 by Jenny.

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An exclusive Canny interview with Dominic O’Brien on how to become a world memory championship holder!

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Memory exam as good as IQ test

Posted on 19. Aug, 2009 by Jenny.

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Scientists are calling for a new way of testing intelligence.

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Crosswords ‘can delay memory loss’

Posted on 10. Aug, 2009 by Jenny.

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Doing crosswords helps to keep your brain healthy and sharp, scientists say.

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Memory pill that could help students and Alzheimer’s patients being developed

Posted on 13. May, 2009 by Mark.

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A pill that could make memories “stick” is being developed by scientists in a study that could help students revising for exams and patients with brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease.