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Is there a food fix for brain blips?

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I’m constantly forgetting little things, like where I parked my car or where I left my glasses. Is there a natural way to boost brainpower? A:

You’re not alone! The forgetfuln­ess you describe happens to more than 40% of us as early as our 40s. To help keep your short-term memory sharp, infuse olive oil with a sprig of rosemary and drizzle the blend on salads, side dishes, even popcorn. British researcher­s found that rosemary compounds boost blood flow to the brain to improve performanc­e on memory tests by 15%; plus, olive oil is proven to decrease the brain deposits associated with Alzheimer’s by 60%.

Also smart: Supplement with sublingual B-12, a highly absorbable form of the vitamin. Scientists with the American Academy of Neurology found that absorbing optimal levels of B-12 slashes the risk of brain shrinkage by 600%, so your memory stays as sharp as that of folks decades younger. One to try: Nature Made Sublingual Vitamin B-12 (Walgreens.com)

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