As baby boomers approach retirement age, the field of cognitive fitness has begun to gain more prominence. In this interview with health blogger, David William, I speak about the magnitude of the economic impact of Alzheimer’s and Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), the strategies that can be used to slow mental decline, and how HAPPYneuron is [...]
By Laura Fay
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Also posted in Alzheimers, Brain Decline, Brain Fitness Websites, Brain businesses, Brain health, Cognitive Training
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Tagged Alzheimer's Disease, Brain Decline, brain science, memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, prevent alzheimer's
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Last week I spoke with Adrian Berg of the Longevity Club Radio Show about the HAPPYneuron cross training program, the history of brain science, the impact of technology on the effectiveness of the program and the resulting cognitive health benefits for life. Listen on (about 5 minutes into the show).
By Laura Fay
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Also posted in Alzheimers, Brain Decline, Brain Fitness Websites, Brain Research, Cognitive Neuroscience, Health & Wellness
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Tagged Alzheimer's Disease, Brain Fitness Websites, Brain health, brain science, brain strength, mild cognitive impairment, prevent alzheimer's
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January 27, 2009 – 3:21 pm
They say that human beings are social animals. It seems intuitive (even for introverts!) that social contact has benefits. Obviously we need other people to fulfill basic needs such making sure that our genes outlive us. Maybe less obviously, we seem to need other people to maintain adequate levels of mental well-being and motivation. Even [...]
A few days ago I got quite a chuckle at an article on aging and memory by David Brooks of the New York Times and thought to share it with you. David claims this will be the Century of the Bad Memory and in the era of an aging population, memory is the new sex. [...]
January 16, 2008 – 10:28 am
It is now well known that, for rodents, physical exercise is beneficial for brain health. Indeed, mice allowed to freely run on an exercise wheel grow more new neurons that mice not allowed to move freely. Importantly, these new neurons grow in an area crucial for memory formation: the hippocampus.
Neurogenesis (the birth and development of [...]
December 7, 2007 – 4:02 pm
Young brains are plastic. This means that they can change and reorganize to adapt to deficits. Is it the case for older brains as well? Recent research suggests that the answer is yes!
Dilks, from John Hopkins University, and his colleagues, studied the brain of a stroke patient (B.L.). Behavioral and brain imaging evidence showed that [...]
October 23, 2007 – 5:54 pm
Just recently, we announced our partnership Prevention Magazine. Prevention is the number one healthy lifestyle magazine brand and the 10th largest magazine in the nation, with nearly 11 million readers a month. We are delighted to have such a strong endorsement for our scientifically designed games and coach. Prevention readers and online users alike can [...]
August 9, 2007 – 11:42 am
Are you unable to remember more than two phone numbers? Then you may be a “victim” of new technologies. Chances are, it is easier for you to store information on your hard disk, electronic organizer or mobile phone, rather than use your memory.
This finding is the result of a study on 3000 subjects by Dr. [...]
August 3, 2007 – 11:22 am
Brain Activity Reduces risk of Developing Neurodegenerative Diseases
A new study now confirms our beliefs: Train your brain on a regular basis and you should be able to considerably reduce risks to develop Alzheimer’s disease.
In Chicago, a major 5 year project that studied over 700 patients aged 80 and over has just come to an end [...]
By Dr. Michel Noir
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Also posted in Alzheimers, Brain Fitness Websites, Brain Training, Brain anatomy and imaging, Brain exercises, Brain games, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Training, Health & Wellness, Lifelong learning, Mind Fitness, Neurons, Neuropsychology, Seniors, Uncategorized
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Adding years to your life depends on many things – good genes are a start, but certain lifestyle habits can have quite a significant impact. Living longer is one thing, and living a cognitively strong life can be quite another. Health and Medical magazines have long touted the benefits of certain healthy behaviors for body [...]
By Laura
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Also posted in Alzheimers, Brain Fitness Websites, Brain health, Cognitive Training, Fitness, Health & Wellness, Lifelong learning, Mind Fitness, Neurons, Neuropsychology, Nutrition, Seniors
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