Prevention

18 Surprising Brain Boosters

Prevention

8 February 2013 at 12:25 am

18 Brain Boosters

Give up smoking—for good
In a recent trial, French scientists proved that middle-aged smokers almost doubled their risk of “memory deficit and decline in reasoning abilities”. This study—which began examining individuals as young as 35 and followed them for more than two decades—also showed that the biggest cognitive gains of stubbing out the habit revealed themselves 10 years after stopping. It’s another compelling reason to stop puffing now!

Prevention's guide for an easy and effective mental tune-up

Yahoo News Australia
Aussie gardener's revenge on driver over frustrating parking move
The gardener's frustration prompted immediate action.
NewsWire
‘Secret’: Inside mission to bring Bali 9 home
The remaining members of the notorious Bali Nine drug smuggling ring have revealed they’re “relieved and happy” after returning to Australia in a “top secret mission”.
BuzzFeed
Okay, I Seriously Can't Stop Laughing At All These Ignorant Americans Who Got Absolutely Roasted Into Oblivion This Year
We gotta do better in 2025, my fellow Americans.
Sky News
Jets scream overhead and soldiers drop down into gun turrets - outside Russia's military base in Syria
The Russians have been permanently based here since 2017, propping up the Assad regime and overseeing the war against their many opponents. For now, though, what we do know, is that Russian convoys are withdrawing from bases across Syria and are heading for the Mediterranean Coast. On a dusty road near the main Russian entrance to Hmeimim air base near Latakia, I could see a convoy of Russian military vehicles trundling their way past the Russian-named shops.
Yahoo Lifestyle
Kmart shopper shocked by $49 item that's better than $500 version: 'This is insane'
A Kmart shopper has found a $49 item that's better than $500 version of the same thing. Read more.
The Independent
She was attacked by a masked intruder who disguised his voice. But the person who came to her rescue was the villain all along
On New Year’s Day in 2021, Morgan Metzer was attacked in her Georgia home by a masked intruder who disguised his voice to sound like Batman. A short time later, her ex-husband comes to her rescue, but what investigators would later find left them questioning his act of heroism. Andrea Cavallier reports
NewsWire
Cops reveal horror details in airport body find
Police have revealed some disturbing new details after a woman was found dead wrapped in plastic near Sydney Airport.
BuzzFeed
People Can't Believe Donald Trump's Response To Being Asked About His Plans To Lower Grocery Prices
"Look, they got them up. I'd like to bring them down. It's hard to bring things down once they're up. You know, it's very hard." —Donald Trump
Parade
Katy Perry, 40, Shows Off Her Curves in Skintight Metallic Gown: ‘She Doesn’t Age’
The pop star kept the metallic look in her second fashion pick for the 2024 Jingle Ball.
InStyle
Kate Middleton Reportedly Refused to Invite Prince Andrew to Her Christmas Concert
She even rejected the idea of seating him "behind a pillar."
The Daily Beast
Donald Trump Humiliates Chris Christie as NJ and NYC Drone Theories Fly
Amid ongoing mystery drone sightings in New York and New Jersey over the last few weeks, President-elect Donald Trump took a dig at the Garden State’s former governor, Chris Christie, sharing a picture that asserts he is behind the drone sightings. The president-elect posted the viral AI-generated meme to his social media accounts on Saturday, depicting Christie scarfing down McDonald’s burgers while drones in the background delivered him more meals. The original image was captioned, “We now kno
The Independent
Russia has begun using North Korean troops in significant numbers in Ukraine, Zelensky says
Ukraine has accused Russia of deploying North Korean soldiers to the front lines in Kursk, marking a significant escalation in conflict
The Independent
Voices: A man walked in on me in a changing room – but what happened next was even more shocking
COMMENT: Women are often told to shrug things off but this type of behaviour rarely happens in isolation, writes Olivia Petter. If we don’t take it more seriously, who knows where it may lead?
Parade
‘The Addams Family’ Star Is Nearly Unrecognizable During Recent Shopping Trip
The Dutch actor also had roles on ‘Twin Peaks’ and ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation.’
Cosmo
Lily-Rose Depp wears an ethereal nightgown to take the red carpet
Lily-Rose Depp walked the red carpet for her latest film, Nosferatu's premiere. The 25-year-old oozed sheer gothic glamour in an ethereal nightgown dress.
Yahoo Sport Australia
Payne Haas shares wonderful news with partner as NRL makes call on Ben Hunt's Broncos contract
The Broncos prop has been flooded with messages after the news. Details here.
Yahoo Lifestyle
Aussie mum reveals heartbreaking act in Woolworths car park: 'Overdrive'
Research from Donut King reveals that mums spend 155 hours planning and preparing for Christmas to make it special for their families.
BuzzFeed
A Woman Moved To A Blue State For The First Time And Is Calling Out The "Stark Differences" Between Living In A Republican Vs. Democrat-Leaning Area
"You would be driving in rural areas, and you would see signs that are far worse than Trump signs..."
BuzzFeed
Employees Are Sharing Stories About Company Holiday Parties Gone Wrong, And These Events Are Literally The HR Nightmare Before Christmas
"It turns out that they were not only employees — but also related..."
Yahoo News Australia
$7 Bunnings item helping solo traveller to 'stealth camp' for free: 'Genius'
Solo traveller Lyndsay hasn't paid for accommodation in over a month thanks to one handy hack.

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