“To be or not to be …” Should you memorize the whole speech from Hamlet? Memorization isn’t often done anymore, but it’s definitely worth while for your brain. Marwan Sabbagh, MD, Director of Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, explains why.
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Deja Vu: What It Is, When It May Be Cause for Concern
Ever have the sensation that you’ve been somewhere or talked to someone before, when you know you haven’t? That’s deja vu. Discover some insights into this mental phenomenon and learn when it may signal a problem.
Are Your Memory Changes Due to Getting Older? How to Tell
I often tell my patients not to blame something they are experiencing on “just getting older,” because they might miss something that could be treatable.
What Happens to Your Body When You Don’t Get Enough Sleep
What happens to you when you don’t get enough sleep — especially if it’s a chronic issue? Find out how much sleep you really need, according to a new report. Also see the health effects of not getting enough zzz’s.
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6 Ways to Maintain Your Brain Health (Infographic)
You ask a lot of your brain. It thinks 70,000 thoughts each day. To help preserve this amazing organ’s function, follow these 6 tips from our experts at Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health.
6 Ways to Make Healthy Chia Seed Pudding (Infographic)
If you haven’t tried chia seed pudding yet, you’re in for a real (and healthy) treat.
Is Menopause Causing Your Mood Swings, Depression or Anxiety?
Menopause can make you moody and irritable. It can also cause anxiety and depression. Here’s some advice on how to handle it.
If You Have Sleep Apnea, Your Memory May Decline Earlier in Life
Sleep apnea — a sleep disorder in which breathing is briefly and repeatedly interrupted during sleep — may be doing more than affecting the quality of your sleep and making you tired. A recent study finds a link between abnormal breathing patterns during sleep – like heavy snoring and apnea – and cognitive decline at an earlier … Read More
5 Signs that You May Have Insomnia
It’s a wonder anything gets done during the day. Nearly 30 percent of U.S. adults suffer from some form of insomnia, says the most recent statistics from the National Institutes of Health. Everyone experiences trouble falling or staying asleep at some point in their lives. Work, family and constant access to technology often prevent people from getting … Read More
How Bad Food Choices May Affect Your Memory
A new study shows your diet quality may influence your risk of cognitive decline, including memory and thinking skills. Results show people with the healthiest diets were 24 percent less likely to have cognitive decline than people with the least healthy diets when followed for close to five years. Reports on poor diet show that … Read More