CHICAGO: This is a 20 part guide to obviating ‘seniors moments’ with simple tricks. The latest research proves the powers of recall can be improved by following altered behavior. This series will be posted progressively over the next five days.
14. Ditch the carb-free diet: From Paleo to Atkins, diets that ban carbohydrates are as popular as ever, but going without bread and rice can leave you fuzzy-headed and forgetful. Your brain runs on carbs, so when you avoid them, you’re depriving this vital organ of its main fuel.
Wholegrain carbs are also rich in B vitamins, low levels of which can trigger memory loss.