Talking to people of all ages about memory, I hear one common question-“how can I have a better memory?” Much attention is being given to achieving ultimate memory as we age. New research continues to clarify how not just one, but multiple efforts are needed to produce brain benefits. Let’s dig in to see how … Read more
The power of fruit and vegetables cannot be understated. We all know we should eat more fruit and vegetables but sometimes it’s hard to see immediate benefits. The cancer fighting and anti-aging properties have been known for decades but we all would love for more immediate results. Separate studies show how eating these can lead … Read more
I (Squirt) built a deck when I was nine years old. Ok, maybe my dad and his architect best friend built it, but in my own tomboy mind, it was my deck. The marvel of redwood catapulting over the ravine in our backyard was an engineering feat I wasn’t going to miss! Memory Making Scorching … Read more
Everyone has a unique smell. A child can sense their mother’s smell and be comforted by it, even if Mom isn’t present. I have been known to take a deep breath as I hug my kids to drink in their scent. There is a powerful connection and benefit between smell and memory and your nose … Read more
What we put into our mind matters. Subsequently, who we listen to impacts what we put into our mind. There are many voices in this world telling us what to do. When we are kids, it’s our parents. In school it’s our teachers; as an adult, it’s someone typically we care about or find interesting. … Read more
In my never ending quest for the latest trends and ideas to help mind and memory, much comes back to the concept of use it or lose it. The idea is this: the more we use our brain, the more brain we have to use. Think of it as a muscle. While the brain isn’t … Read more