•Don't skimp on exercise or sleep •Make time for friends and fun •Keep stress in check •Eat a brain-boosting diet •Give your brain a workout •Mnemonic devices and memorization •Enhancing your ability to learn •Memory and aging •Normal forgetfulness vs. dementia •Reversible causes of memory loss •Preventing memory loss •Brain exercises •Compensating for memory loss •When to see a doctor •Lifestyle choices can protect your brain •Regular exercise •Healthy diet •Mental stimulation •Quality sleep •Stress management •Active social life
Lisa Taylor is the Education Program Manager for Seattle Tilth. She is a co-author of the Maritime Northwest Garden Guide and a frequent speaker on soils, compost, edible landscaping and children's gardening. She facilitates training for teachers and others interested in schoolyard gardening and is passionate about teaching children and their parents where their food comes from and how to care for living things. "