Brain Health Starts Today
When people think about protecting their health, they often focus on their heart, weight, or blood pressure. They may think about diet, physical activity, or habits that help them live longer and feel their best. Yet one of the most important parts of our health is often overlooked: the brain. The brain is a complex […]
Fish Brain
Seafood plays a key role in protecting brain health as people age — but how much do you need? Fact checked by Jim Lacy If you could make dietary choices knowing you were optimizing your brain health, would you? Researchers have spent decades trying to confirm a clear link. Among their best answers so far: […]
Reading Rewards
Whether it’s books, magazines, or correspondence — studies show that reading offers protections against dementia as people age Learning to read is a revelatory experience for children. They discover that when certain letters of the alphabet go together, those letters become words that form sentences, revealing infinite possibilities. That initial thrill of reading can last […]
Getting Ahead of Head Injuries
In January, actor and comedian Bob Saget, 65, died from accidental blunt head trauma, according to the final report from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. He likely hit his head on a surface in his hotel room and passed away in his sleep, according to a statement from his family. Saget’s tragic death grabbed headlines. […]
Tips to Combat Age-Related Forgetfulness
The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts Q: Why do people become more forgetful as they age? A: It’s common to have moments of forgetfulness about where we put the keys, why we walked into a room, or what an object is called. This reflects age-related changes in thinking skills. Over time we can expect […]