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The Brain

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Research is showing that brain health is not solely determined by genetics and the passage of time. LifeTwo covers the things you can do to keep your noggin healthy and functioning.

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Middle Age Health Alert: Alzheimer's Disease

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In a lengthy and detailed article, the Los Angeles Times has summarized the state of the war on Alzheimer's disease. It's not pretty and can be summed up in one sentence, "Scientists still aren't sure what causes the disease or how to cure it." »more»

The Science of Brain Aging

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Research into brain aging is remarkable: we know so much, yet basic questions remain unanswered. In this overview, we'll look at what we understand about the brain's aging process, and how it can go awry and result in dementias like Alzheimer's disease. »more»

Nintendo's "Big Brain Academy" Beats "Brain Age"

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A few weeks ago I reviewed Nintendo's "Brain Age" for the DS handheld and found it somewhat dull. Always on the lookout for fun and worthwhile brain exercise tools, this week I grabbed a copy of Nintendo's "Big Brain Academy" with the hope that a different approach might bring some fun into my mental workout.

So now that LifeTwo owns the two leading brain training tools for the DS (and, judging by Amazon's videogame bestseller list, the leading such titles on any platform), which would I rather use to work myself into a mental sweat? »more»

Consumer Reports' Five Ways to Keep Your Memory Sharp

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The March 2007 issue of Consumer Reports has more than the usual product comparisons -- it also has a quick look at what lifestyle changes have been shown to aid memory. »more»

LifeTwo's Interview With Cathryn Jakobson Ramin, Who Looks At Midlife Memory Problems in "Carved in Sand"

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Can't remember where you put the keys ... or the car? Finding yourself standing at your dresser, blanking on what it was you came to look for? Forgetting names you just shouldn't forget?

What is going on with your once-reliable brain? »more»

Use Technology As A Brain Crutch

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Do you have too many of those "now what was I doing?" moments? Can't remember that great idea you had just a moment ago?

On a recent MacBreak Weekly podcast, veteran radio / tv / tech guy Leo Laporte remarked:

"You know, it's actually encouraging for those of us, as we get older, because now ... technology is designed to take over where our brains leave off. I use 'Google-assisted memory' all the time. I don't remember anything, but I can find it fast."

When I heard that, I thought "there's a LifeTwo story in there -- covering the ways technology can aid less reliable middle-aged brains." Unfortunately, I then forgot about the idea for a few days ... proving the need for this article.* »more»

Excess Weight Hurts Mental Performance Now ... And It Gets Worse

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New research links being overweight with substandard performance on tests of mental ability such as memory, learning, and attention, and with faster mental decline over time. »more»

Studies Show How To Take Care of Your Brain

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Want to keep your brain healthy? Some key scientific studies give ideas about what you should be doing. »more»

How long will you live? Longevity and Life Expectancy Demystified (Part I)

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It is only fitting that an article on longevity would be too lengthy for a single post. This is Part I. Part II will be published January 15th.

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Charting Declining Brain Performance

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The good news for people 35 - 55 is that your brain performance is holding steady. The bad news is what happens after your mid-50's. »more»

Our Most Recent Articles About brain health

One Treatment for Midlife Crisis: Healthy Food?

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Here at LifeTwo we believe that 'midlife crisis' is often a normal depression that happens in midlife. So anything that reduces the risk of depression also reduces the risk of midlife crisis. »more»

Brain Health Update: Marketing, Science, and Geography

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A roundup of interesting brain health news: »more»

Brain Workouts Gain in Popularity, But Buyer Beware

Studies Point to Possible 60% Risk Reduction of Alzheimer's Through Healthy Living

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Two recent studies published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) highlight the importance of controllable lifestyle habits that can have a significant impact on the risk profile of developing Alzheimer's disease. The studies (one in the U.S. »more»

Exercise Could Cut Risk of Mild Cognitive Impairment

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Regular physical exercise may help protect against mild cognitive impairment, according to a Mayo Clinic study. »more»

HBO Tackles Alzheimer's with Powerful Series

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HBO's "The Alzheimer's Project", made in collaboration with the National Institutes of Health and NIH's National Institute on Aging, can be described as an extended public-service announcement with an inescapable message: This scourge can no longer be ignored. »more»

Refilling my life after emptying the nest

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Does Cognitive Decline Start in Early Adulthood?

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If you think you don't have to worry about your brain performance slipping until you are sixty, a new study says you may be off by four decades. »more»

Sliding Downhill - from Commitment to Denial

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You see all those fancy letters after my name? »more»

Alzheimer's: Ginkgo Fails to Postpone Dementia; $250 million wasted annually by adults hoping otherwise

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Despite being taken by millions of Americans, the popular herbal supplement ginkgo biloba to improve brain health, does not appear to help postpone dementia. »more»

Mid-Life Mindset: Change

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The number one topic that we discuss here is change and when it comes down to brass tacks...the one change that is predominant throughout discussions among men and women at Mid-life are: finding our Purpose in Life…this can be the problem or it is the answer! »more»

The Male Brain - Hardwired to Fail?

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As if the emotional, social, cultural and hormonal changes that overtake a man during the midlife transition aren't severe enough, he also has to factor in a biologically-based uphill battle that he has to fight to maintain his place in the world. Dr. »more»

Detecting the Deadly Detour

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Just a couple of days ago, our family interred my uncle at Arlington National Cemetery will full military honors. He was an Air Force Lieutenant Colonel who once served in the Pentagon under Robert McNamara during the Kennedy-Johnson administrations. He was quite a brilliant and accomplished man. As a pilot in the Army-Air Force attached to Gen. »more»

40 and Beyond is Fabulous

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Forty is fabulous! After years of putting others first, I have finally grasped the concept that my life belongs to me. »more»

Women In MLC: The Dorothy Syndrome Forum

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What the heck is the Dorothy Syndrome and what does it have to do with mid-life crisis? Well, it has everything to do with MLC! The Dorothy Syndrome is a phrase that I coined and is the premise for my upcoming book titled "The Dorothy Syndrome: Mid-life on the Yellow Brick Road". While coaching at another web site forum, I started using the metaphors used in one of my favorite stories and movies..."The Wizard of OZ". I was astonished at how easily I could use the dialog from the movie or premise of the story to describe the transitions, emotions, the typical experiences that occur during an MLC, whether it be for the woman or the man. »more»

Brain Boost: How Gingko Biloba Might Help After All

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Last year we asked "Will Taking Ginkgo Biloba Help My Memory?" and concluded: »more»