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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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The Story of Maths

Posted on 14. Dec, 2009 by Jenny.

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December’s viewing group choice is the Open University classic – The Story of Maths. Presented by Marcus Du Sautoy.

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James May’s Amazing Brain Trainer

Posted on 02. Dec, 2009 by Jenny.

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December’s viewing group choice has Christmas present written all over it….’James May’s Amazing Brain Trainer’ – an interactive DVD for all the family!