Is Milk the Newest Brain Food?

We’ve long heard about the brain-boosting powers of things like blueberries, nuts, wine, and chocolate – but is milk the newest brain food? A new study of nearly 1,000 people suggests that it may be. The study, a collaboration between researchers from the University of Maine and the University of South Australia, found that “participants who [...]

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Posted January 30, 2012 by Karen Merzenich under Memory, Neuroscience, Research studies

Vitamin B12 Deficiency Linked to Cognitive Impairment – So How Can You Get More B12 in Your Diet?

A new study published in Neurology has found that a deficiency in Vitamin B12 is associated with brain atrophy and increased cognitive decline. The study, which examined 121 patients age 65 and over throughout a 5 year period, measured serum markers of vitamin B12, neuropsychological test results, and MRI scans to draw conclusions about B12 [...]

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Posted September 29, 2011 by Karen Merzenich under Neuroscience, Research studies

Thinkfood+Fitness 3: Butternut Squash Dip and Yoga

Ed. note: Today we are pleased to present the third in a series of guest posts from Camille S. Finley, MBA, MPH. Camille is a fitness expert with a specialization in applying exercise and nutrition choices for brain health. In this series, she pairs specific workouts with recipes from the Thinkfood cookbook. Click on her [...]

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Posted October 18, 2010 by Camille S. Finley under Physical exercise