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Surprising Causes of Memory Loss
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Surprising Causes of Memory Loss

Pamela ­Wartian Smith, MD, MPH, MS | June 30, 2014

Stay sharp as you age It is no secret that age and ­memory are intertwined. But age itself is not…

Movements That Boost Memory
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Movements That Boost Memory

Teresa Liu-Ambrose, PhD, PT | June 5, 2014

You’ve probably seen elderly family members and friends slowly lose their memories, and you’re determined to do everything that you…

Sharpen Your Memory with Music
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Sharpen Your Memory with Music

Galina Mindlin, MD, PhD | June 5, 2014

Imagine yourself giving a toast, making a speech or delivering a big presentation at work—only to forget midway through what…

Boost Your Memory in Minutes (and Have Fun Doing It)
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Boost Your Memory in Minutes (and Have Fun Doing It)

Cynthia R. Green, PhD | June 5, 2014

We all have heard that the brain, like a muscle, requires regular mental exercise to stay fit. Most people assume…

Heavy Drinking in Middle Age Speeds Memory Loss by Six Years
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Heavy Drinking in Middle Age Speeds Memory Loss by Six Years

May 19, 2014

Here's a warning—and an opportunity—for people who want to protect their brainpower. According to recent research, certain people are poised…

The Candy That Helps You Remember
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The Candy That Helps You Remember

April 30, 2014

Did you just forget the name of that movie with that actress...what's her name? Here's how to kick your brain…

Alzheimer’s: Is It “Type 3” Diabetes?
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Alzheimer’s: Is It “Type 3” Diabetes?

Isaac Eliaz, MD | April 8, 2014

Is the real cause of Alzheimer’s finally emerging? For years, scientists from around the world have investigated various causes of…

Vitamin B Slows Brain Decline
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Vitamin B Slows Brain Decline

Gwenaëlle Douaud, PhD | February 25, 2014

Imagine your most cherished memories fading away as your mental powers decline, stolen by dementia. It’s a distressingly common scenario,…

3 Memory-Boosting Scents
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3 Memory-Boosting Scents

February 5, 2014

Are you feeling more forgetful than usual? Here are three little natural aids to help get your focus back... Crush…

A Little Help with Memory Loss
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A Little Help with Memory Loss

January 7, 2014

Are you feeling a little forgetful lately? It happens to everyone, especially as we get older. Life has a way…

Help for Menopausal Brain Fog
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Help for Menopausal Brain Fog

Miriam T. Weber, PhD | December 20, 2013

Many women I know look forward to reaching menopause and being freed from monthly menstrual hassles and worries about unintended…

Nicotine Patch: Surprising Memory Booster
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Nicotine Patch: Surprising Memory Booster

Paul A. Newhouse, MD | December 20, 2013

When you think about nicotine, it’s likely that negative words like “addiction” and “cigarettes” come to mind. But what if…

Yoga Improves Brain Power More Than Aerobic Exercise
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Yoga Improves Brain Power More Than Aerobic Exercise

Edward McAuley, PhD | July 22, 2013

A good workout can help your brain as much as your body, you’ve no doubt heard. That’s one reason why…

Why Statins Affect Your Memory
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Why Statins Affect Your Memory

Linda L. Restifo, MD, PhD | July 9, 2013

Many people who take cholesterol-lowering statins notice that the drug makes them forgetful and fuzzy-brained. For instance, they might have…

For a Better Memory, Just Make a Fist
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For a Better Memory, Just Make a Fist

Ruth E. Propper, PhD | June 6, 2013

Do you struggle to remember your mental shopping list or forget people’s names right after you’re introduced? A new study…