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    Dr. Norman Doidge

    A renowned psychiatrist and researcher shares exciting news about the ability of the brain to rewire itself, even in your older years.


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    Roy Sugarman

    Dr. Roy Sugarman is one of world's foremost experts on maintaining and improving brain function as we age. Get smarter now


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    Nancy Daly

    If you've ever thought about radically changing your life but you didn't know how, we've found the woman who could send in the direction you were always meant to go.


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    RX For Better Brain Health

    When it comes to your brain, the old saying "use it or lose it" could actually be considered a prescription for health.


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    Dr. Paul Nussbaum

    Dr. Paul Nussbaum takes the term "brain power" to the next level. He's an internationally recognized expert on brain diseases and brain health and aims to show people that fitness isn't only for the body.


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    Jane Dulieu

    When a brain tumor left her barely able to walk, Villages resident Jane Dulieu discovered her water legs.


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    Senator Ted Kennedy's Battle

    In May of 2008, after suffering a seizure, doctors diagnosed Senator Ted Kennedy with a malignant brain tumor.


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    Who's Got Game?

    It turns out there's more than joy in the joy stick. Research shows that gaming is good for brain health. To see for ourselves, GB stopped by a video game cafe and discovered the new world of intergenerational gaming.


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    A Senior Moment, Or?

    A Senior Moment, Or?“A senior moment is a tip of the brain ‘Eureka’ moment, not about forgetting, but about remembering the one thing you always wanted to do. Now you can. So do it. Seize your senior moment...

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    Innovative Fashion Legend Dies

    Legendary fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent died Sunday night from complications of brain cancer at age 71. He's remembered for changing the face of the fashion industry.


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    Boomer's Buzz: Tuesday, March 18

    The Fed is set to step in (again) to try and save the failing economy. Feeling the "brain fog?" You're not imagining it, plus: human Terminators, getting your documentary on -- online, and it's a lesson from the Masters. Don't miss today's Buzz!


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    World's Oldest Woman Had Normal Brain

    A Dutch woman who reached 115 years of age and remained mentally sharp throughout life had a healthy brain when she died. The new study suggests Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia are not inevitable, as had been suspected.


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    Michael Cole

    Michael Cole is the CEO of Fit Brains and says taking 5 minutes of of your day to play will help prevent dementia.


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    How to Become A Lifelong Learner

    The modern era is generally considered to have started in 1500 A.D. with the start of the printing press. From 1500 to 1830, all known knowledge doubled. From 1830 to 1930, all known knowledge doubled again. A few years ago, all known knowledge was...

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    Singing the Blues to Overcome Them

    Jacqueline Jones was a beloved jazz singer, when suddenly everything fell apart. She suffered a brain aneurysm, had both knees replaced and her son and husband died. Life throws challenges at us all. She faced hers head-on.


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    Boomer's Buzz: Sunday, May 4, 2008

    Derby tragedy renews horse racing controversy, common drugs hasten decline in elderly years, exercise your brain or else you'll....uh, 98 interesting facts about dogs, and more.


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    Boomer's Buzz: Friday, April 4, 2008

    Remembering Dr. King, the amazing 101-year-old marathoner who stops for a beer and a cigarette, the good news about caffeine and your brain, why you may be drinking too much water, beach police in 1922, and the clothes off Princess Di's back.


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    Dr. Mark Hyman

    Good news! Doctors say they’ve discovered Miracle Grow for the brain and Dr. Mark Hyman says you won’t believe how easy it is for you to incorporate it into your daily life. Here’s the best part – no drugs are involved!


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    Lauren Powers

    Is thinking dangerous? Communications expert Lauren Powers says thinking before we act or speak can lead to disastrous results.


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    Country Superstar's Stuttering Nearly Upstaged Career

    For anyone who has ever felt self-conscious about being different, country music superstar Mel Tillis wants you to know that what you are isn't as important as who you are.


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    Snack Your Way To Being Healthy

    Get rid of the pills and pack on the snacks. Research shows that eating more, smaller meals a day will do you more good than the normal three big meals. More so, if you eat these five foods on a regular basis you'll be fighting aging the right way!


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    Write About Your Life

    Writing is a great release of your thoughts and feelings. No matter what  subject you write about,  just the fact that you are writing, is unlocking your thought processes, using your memory, and exercising your brain.When we get older, we eat...

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    What Movies Have Had The Greatest Impact On Your Life?

    Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.


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    A Mother's Day Heartbreak

    My mother-in-law has Alzheimer’s.  Alzheimer's is a disease that destroys brain cells, causing problems with memory, thinking and behavior severe enough to affect work, lifelong hobbies or social life. Alzheimer’s...

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    Learning Later, Living Greater

    LEARNING LATER, LIVING GREATER: The Secret for Making the Most of Your After-50 Years. Lifelong Learning in Your Later Years… a Health Club for Your Body, Mind and Spirit! Welcome! My name is Nancy Merz Nordstrom and this blog is all about...

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    9 Steps to Physical Fitness

    It's never too late to get in shape and the time to start is now. Step one is to consult with your doctor to get an exercise routine tailored to your needs and physical condition. Then follow these Growing Bolder Fitness tips.


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    More Motivation

    The world is filled with doubters. Even men and women of vision have failed to understand a transformational idea. So, if you wonder why no one understands your vision -- this list of mind boggling quotes might make you feel a little better.


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    Conversations With a Priest

    Growing up in a very small town of about 800 people, your religion was part of your profile.  Mine happened to be Catholic – and still is.  However, a few years ago, I began to ask a lot of questions.  Being a catechist since the age...

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    Memories

     I am Missing  My friend Ruth Hamilton  I  still will keep her  alive for  her birthday and always, she will not be here on earth this year,  Ruth would have  been 110  this April 12, 2008 , But  we...

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    Popping a Pill to Ward Off Alzheimer's?

    If warding off Alzheimer's was as easy as taking a pill – wouldn't we all grab a glass of water and get medicated? The pills are called statins, but not everyone is on board with the idea of prescribing them to people as prevention.


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    Most Troubling Example of Ageism?

    Each week, Growing Bolder will ask top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting your life.


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    5 Ways to Live to 100

    More experts believe any of us can reach the century mark. Find out how.


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    Cancer Survivors

    A cancer diagnosis can be devastating but beating cancer is becoming commonplace. Check out Growing Bolder's library of interviews with men and women who not only beat cancer but emerged from the battle better than ever.


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    Tattoo You?

    So you’re considering your first ever tattoo? Cool. Tattoos are no longer just for bikers, sailors, criminals and prostitutes. They've gone mainstream in a big way. It's estimated that over 15% of all American adults now have tattoos.


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    What Moment Changed Your Life Forever?

    Growing Bolder asks leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.


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    What is the best gift you've ever received and what made it so special?

    Each week, Growing Bolder asks top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting our lives.


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    Ending Aging: No Laughing Matter

    Could doctors someday actually stop the process of getting older? GB Thought Leader and frequent radio show guest Aubrey de Grey says the answer is absolutely, and he has one comedian admitting -- this is no joke!


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    The Amazing Kreskin

    For more than five decades, audiences have been amused and astonished by the man known as the "Amazing Kreskin." He's been on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson a whopping 88 times and could probably tell you what you're thinking right now.


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    Tom Kirkwood

    One of the world's top aging researchers says there is no such thing as a death gene.


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    Dan Perry

    Dan Perry is the executive director of the nonprofit Alliance for Aging Research, the nation's leading organization promoting independence and health for older Americans.



 

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