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As a neurologist, neuroscientist, and professor, I have been asked the same question thousands of times by people of all ages: “Can I really improve my memory now—and keep my mind sharp as I get older ...

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The cognitive impact of creatine has become a popular topic, and one expert explains two levels of creatine to take, depending on what their day looks like. One of the most common questions ...

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Researchers found that expert birders show structural differences in areas linked to attention and perception.