Brain Plasticity: The Key to a Better Brain at Any Age
Your brain has the ability to grow and change throughout your life. Read about real-life examples of brain plasticity and learn how to make it work for you.
Mental Performance
Browse all the original, in-depth, and evidence-based articles on Be Brain Fit that are relevant to mental performance.
Short-Term Memory Loss: Causes, Symptoms, Testing
Is your short-term memory loss normal? Many health conditions, medications, and lifestyle habits affect memory. Testing will help you know where you stand.
Neurofeedback: Brainwave Training for Anxiety & More
Neurofeedback allows you to create healthy brainwave states on demand. It’s used to treat a host of mental and physical disorders like anxiety, ADHD & more.
Effects of Alcohol on the Brain and Memory
Alcohol’s effects on memory and overall brain health can be good or bad depending on many factors. But even long-term damage can be overcome. Learn how.
Why Your Memory Is Bad and What to Do About It
Memory loss happens at all ages. Knowing the difference between normal and serious memory problems is important. Learn about the actions you should take.
Do Brain-Enhancing Drugs Work? Know the Risks, Benefits
Do brain-enhancing drugs really improve memory, focus, and mental energy? Learn about their safety and effectiveness and cognitive-boosting alternatives.
Top Brain Exercises to Keep You Sharp (in-depth guide)
Activities that are new and complex are good brain exercises. Get real improvements in memory, focus, mood & more with these evidence-based brain exercises.
Acetylcholine Supplements for Memory & Cognition (detailed guide)
Memory slipping? Thinking slower? An acetylcholine deficiency may be why. We review the best choline-based, herbal, and nutrient supplements.
Learn How to Concentrate: It’s a Skill You Can Master
Better concentration makes work more productive and life easier, and anyone can boost their focus. Use these simple but practical tips and techniques.
The Link Between Statins, Memory Loss & Dementia
Memory loss and dementia are some of the many side effects of statins. Learn what to do if you think statins are causing memory loss for you.
Fluoride As a Neurotoxin: How It Harms Your Brain
Fluoride is a trace mineral that, in sufficient quantity, is harmful to mental health. Consider these reasons to avoid fluoridated water and toothpaste.
How Gotu Kola Benefits Your Brain, Mood, and Memory
Gotu kola is a relaxant herb with a long history as a natural remedy for conditions affecting mental health. Learn how it helps with anxiety, stress, and more.
The Mental Health Benefits of Art Are for Everyone
Creating art relieves stress, encourages creative thinking, increases brain plasticity, and imparts other mental health benefits. And anyone can do art.
Proven Ways to Improve Your Memory (complete guide)
Improve your memory with these simple, but powerful, tips and techniques. Based on the latest science, our in-depth guide is the way to build a better memory.
20 Memory Supplements That Really Work (in-depth guide)
When choosing a memory supplement, consider only those that contain proven ingredients. Review our list of 20 substances shown to actually improve memory.
7 Ways Multitasking Hurts Brain Health and Performance
Multitasking is counterproductive, reduces cognitive performance, and harms your brain and mental health. Learn how to stop multitasking and get more done.
Proven Ways to Increase IQ and Intelligence
Adults can increase their IQ throughout life, but increasing overall intelligence may be even more valuable. Learn the specific steps you should take.
How to Think Faster, More Efficiently and Accurately
Fast thinking is important, but mental processing speed is often less valuable than accuracy. Learn 14 ways to help you think faster and more efficiently.
Why Critical Thinking Is Important (& How to Improve It)
By improving the quality of your thoughts and your decisions, better critical thinking skills can bring about a big positive change in your life. Learn how.
Do Brain Cells Regenerate? Yes, and You Can Help
Many mental health conditions are linked to an impaired ability to regenerate brain cells. Learn how you can stimulate cell growth to boost brain health.
Can’t Focus? 12 Reasons Why and the Ways to Fix It
Your ability to focus is a skill that you can develop. Choose from a variety of effective focus-boosting techniques and tips that are proven to help.
All About Acetylcholine: Neurotransmitter for Memory and Focus
A low level of acetylcholine has a uniquely negative impact on memory and focus. Learn the three most effective ways you can increase acetylcholine.
Drugs That Cause Memory Loss (& what you can do)
Many kinds of prescription drugs and OTC medications can cause memory loss. See if any drugs you take can cause problems and what to do about it.
How to Increase Blood Flow to the Brain
Insufficient blood circulation to the brain can lead to many mental issues, from mild to serious. But there are many ways to increase blood flow.
How to Improve Cognitive Skills, Your Core Mental Abilities
Improving cognitive skills such as attention, memory, and information organization boosts your ability to focus, learn, and solve problems.
Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs): How to Break the Habit
Automatic negative thoughts can become overwhelmingly stressful, but can be overcome with simple techniques to challenge and control them.
How to Increase BDNF, Key Protein for Healthy Brain Cells
Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) encourages the formation of new brain cells and protects existing ones. Learn how to boost your BDNF level.
Top 10 Meditation Techniques and Tips for Beginners
Beginners can find meditation frustrating. These top 10 beginner’s techniques and tips make meditation easier to start and stay with.
Brain-Boosting Effects of Isolated Nicotine (new evidence)
New research shows that isolated nicotine can enhance brain function and may be helpful in treating a number of brain-related disorders.
The Brain Benefits of Learning a Second Language
Learning a second language improves cognitive abilities like intelligence and memory while lowering risks for brain aging, dementia, and Alzheimer’s.
