A balanced look at apoaequorin (Prevagen) and its potential impact on memory
Keeping our brains sharp and memories strong becomes a big deal as we age. We try everything — puzzles, exercise, healthy eating, you name it. But what if there’s a pill that could give our brains an extra boost? Prevagen, an over-the-counter (OTC) supplement, claims to do just that. Find out if Prevagen truly lives up to its promises or if it’s too good to be true.
To combat memory loss and improve aspects of cognition like memory, attention and focus, many older adults enjoy a good crossword puzzle, phone app game or other activity. But are these games really helping your brain—especially against memory loss?