Common condiment can improve memory and fight Alzheimer’s
A common condiment used in most kitchens – extra virgin olive oil – could prevent the onset of cognitive decline including Alzheimer’s disease.
How to … keep your mind sharp
While mild memory loss may be a natural part of ageing, there are simple changes we can make to improve our brain function and keep our minds sharp.
Researchers link these three health factors to a better memory
Good sleep quality and good mood lead to good working memory with age.
Common gut infection linked to memory loss and Alzheimer’s
A fungus previously perceived as harmless can cause memory problems and brain abnormalities that resemble those characteristics of Alzheimer's disease.
Type 2 diabetes linked to memory loss in older Aussies
New research shows that type 2 diabetes is associated with a decline in verbal memory and fluency in older people.
Scientists discover foods that can help prevent memory loss
Eating leafy greens, dark orange and red vegetables and berry fruits, and drinking orange juice may be associated with a lower risk of memory loss over time.
Alcohol lets the good times roll, study finds
Study suggests drinking may help you banish bad memories and remember only the good things.
Sugar improves memory in over 60s, helps them work smarter
Sugar improves memory in older adults – and makes them more motivated to perform difficult tasks at full capacity – according to new research by the University of Warwick.
New memory clinics at frontline of dementia research
The race to find a cure for dementia has received a boost through a $38 million chain of memory centres and registry of clinical trial volunteers.
Everyday habits to keep your memory in good shape
By age 60, more than half of adults will have concerns about their memory. Your daily habits and lifestyle can have an impact on how well your memory works.
Why am I forgetting things?
All of us are forgetful from time to time and increasingly so as we age, but memory lapses are not always just old age catching up with us.
How to remember important information
Does your mind go blank when you see a familiar face? Learn the best ways to commit names and other information to memory so you won’t be caught out again.
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