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

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

Garlic, Onions, Rosemary, and Sage – Interesting Health Findings for Brain and Body

Recent research has provided concrete evidence for some of the brain and body health benefits of many foods and herbs, including garlic, onions, rosemary, and sage.

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Posted June 2, 2010 by Karen Merzenich under Alzheimer's disease, Neuroscience, Research studies