Staying Sharp
Could poor health actually shrink your brain?
Need to jog your memory? Do a little exercise. Even a single, short session is all it may take to give your brain a memory boost.
Brain fog can be a symptom of a poor diet, and these common foods are among the biggest culprits.
Thanks, Mother Nature. Your delicious maple syrup may also be fuel for the brain. Here’s how its potent compounds may protect us from Alzheimer’s and other brain diseases.
Turns out, a lot of what we’ve been told about keeping our brains healthy as we age is false. Let’s clear the air and find out what’ll actually help.
Family and friends are both key players in our lives. But one group is a better indicator of health and happiness in older adults.
Score one for books. Picking up a good page-turner is entertaining and great for your brain, not to mention your long-term health. Take that, Netflix.
Nobody should be afraid to ask for advice — especially older adults in the company of younger peers. In fact, research suggests that reaching out for help leaves a good impression.
A new program from AARP gives you the tools you need to strengthen your memory.
There’s always tomorrow — except when a deadline’s come and gone. A psychologist explains why you can’t seem to kick yourself into action, and how to change course.
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