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    Do Crossword Puzzles Boost Your Brain Health?

    August 12, 2016

    A growing body of evidence suggests crossword puzzles and other brain teasers may actually benefit your brain. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: brain, crossword puzzles, memory

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    Chronic Stress Leads to Memory Loss as You Age

    June 8, 2016

    Stress is bad for your brain: Prolonged stress causes short-term memory loss in older adults. Discover ways to boost your mood today. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

    Categorized as: Family Health, Mental Health, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: anxiety, cognition, cortisol, depression, elderly, memory, memory loss, stress

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    How Holiday Smells Create Fond Memories: Making Sense of Scents

    November 29, 2014

    During the holidays, our sense of smell evokes powerful memories and emotions from the past — thanks to the fascinating way our brains work! Learn more. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Family Health, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: brain, emotional brain, holiday, holidays, limbic system, memories, memory, nose, Ph.D., Rachel Herz, smell, smells, traditions, turkey

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    10 Exercises to Build Brain Health

    November 10, 2014

    Trying to keep your brain sharp? Discover how simply changing your routine or doing something new can benefit your brain. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, brain exercises, dementia, luminosity, memory, mental exercises, National Institute on Health and Aging, neuroscience

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    Better Sleep, Better Health

    January 20, 2014

    Sleep deprivation can affect your life and general well-being. Discover ways to improve your physical health with extra sleep. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Sleep Health

    Tagged with: diabetes, heart disease, learning, memory, metabolism, Pinnacle Health, post-traumatic stress disorder, problem-solving, restless leg syndrome, sleep apnea, sleep disorders, substance abuse, Type 2 diabetes, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

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