Laura is restrained all night

long, with her hands pinned to

her sides, and cries out
occasionally, while someone
watches her on a video camera.
No one is alarmed, and Laura is
happy in the morning. Why?
 A man is condemned to death. He has
to choose from three rooms to accept
his punishment. The first room has a
firing squad with guns loaded. The
second room has a blazing fire. The
third room is full of tigers that haven’t
eaten for six months. Which room
should he choose?
 A woman opened a door,
screamed and was found
dead a few minutes later. No
gunshots were heard in the
area. What happened to
her?
 A man and wife are on the
side of the road in their
parked car when a stranger
suddenly enters the vehicle.
However, the couple is not
alarmed. Why?
 Loud voices were heard coming
from a room behind a door.
However, when the room was
checked, there was only one
person sitting inside quietly. This
person was completely sane, so
what’s going on?
 If you were alone in a dark
room, with only one match and
an oil lamp, a fireplace and a
candle to choose from, which
would you light first?
 Jack and Jill were found dead on
the floor the living room,
surrounded by broken glass and
water. They don’t have any obvious
signs of trauma, and no weapons
are found nearby. What happened?
Sally is in perfect health, yet she
weighs nothing. She adheres to a
special diet but otherwise goes
about her day as usual. One day,
when she gets home from work,
she weighs 130 pounds. How can
this be?
A woman had two sons. They were
born at the same hour on the same
day of the same month in the same
year. However, they were not
twins. How could this be?
 There are a dozen eggs in a
carton. Twelve people each
take a single egg, but there
is one egg left in the carton.
How?
A child eats breakfast at 7
a.m., lunch at 7 a.m. and
dinner at 7 a.m.—all on the
same day. How is this
possible?
 IMPROVING AND
ENHANCING BRAIN
FUNCTIONS
1. HAVE FUN
WITH JIGSAW
PUZZLE
1. HAVE FUN WITH JIGSAW
PUZZLE
Whether you’re putting together a 1,000-piece
image of the Eiffel Tower or joining 100 pieces to
make Mickey Mouse, working on a jigsaw puzzle
is an excellent way to strengthen your
brain. When putting together a jigsaw puzzle,
you have to look at different pieces and figure
out where they fit within the larger picture. This
can be a great way to challenge and
exercise your brain.
2. TRY YOUR
HAND AT
CARDS
2. TRY YOUR HAND AT CARDS

Researchers who conducted a study in 2015

Trusted Source on mentally stimulating activities
for adults, say a quick card game can lead to
greater brain volume in several regions of
the brain. The same study also found that a
game of cards could improve memory and
thinking skills. Try learning one of these tried-
and-true card games: solitaire, bridge, gin
rummy, poker, hearts, crazy eights.
3. BUILD YOUR
VOCABULARY
3. BUILD YOUR VOCABULARY

Research shows that many more regions of

the brain are involved in vocabulary tasks,
particularly in areas that are important for
visual and auditory processing. To test this
theory, try this cognitive-boosting activity:
 Keep a notebook with you when you read.
 Write down one unfamiliar word, then look up
the definition.
 Try to use that word five times the next day.
 4. DANCE
YOUR HEART
OUT
4. DANCE YOUR HEART OUT

The Centers for Disease Prevention and

Control Trusted Source notes that
learning new dance moves can
increase your brain’s processing
speed and memory. In other words,
bust a move on the dance floor and
your brain will thank you.
 5. USE ALL
YOUR SENSES
5. USE ALL YOUR SENSES

A 2015 research report Trusted Source suggests

that using all your senses may help strengthen
your brain. To give your senses and your brain
a workout, try doing activities that
simultaneously engage all five of your
senses. You could try baking a batch of
cookies, visiting a farmer’s market, or trying
a new restaurant while you focus on smelling,
touching, tasting, seeing, and hearing all at
the same time.
6. LEARN A
NEW SKILL
6. LEARN A NEW SKILL

Learning a new skill is not only fun and

interesting, but it may also help strengthen
the connections in your brain. Research from
2014Trusted Source also shows that learning a
new skill can help improve memory function
in older adults. Is there something you’ve
always wanted to learn how to do? Perhaps
you’d like to know how to repair your car, use a
particular software program, or ride a horse? You
now have one more good reason to learn that
 7. TEACH A NEW
SKILL TO SOMEONE
ELSE
7. TEACH A NEW SKILL TO
SOMEONE ELSE
One of the best ways to expand your
learning is to teach a skill to another
person. After you learn a new skill, you
need to practice it. Teaching it to someone
else requires you to explain the concept
and correct any mistakes you make. For
example, learn to swing a golf club, then
teach the steps to a friend.
8. LISTEN TO OR
PLAY MUSIC
8. LISTEN TO OR PLAY MUSIC

According to a 2017 study Trusted Source,

listening to happy tunes helps generate more
innovative solutions compared to being in
silence. Which means, cranking up some feel-good
music can help boost your creative thinking
and brain power. And if you want to learn how to
play music, now is a great time to start because
your brain is capable of learning new skills at any
point in your life. That’s why you’re never too old to
start playing an instrument like the piano, guitar, or
even the drums.
9. TAKE A NEW
ROUTE
9. TAKE A NEW ROUTE

Don’t get stuck in a rut when it comes to

your daily tasks. Instead, be willing to try
new ways to do the same things.
Choose a different route to get to work
each week or try a different mode of
transport, like biking or using public
transport instead of driving. Your brain can
benefit from this simple change, and you
might be surprised by how easy it is to
change your thinking.
 10. LEARN A
NEW LANGUAGE
10. LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE
A 2012 review of research Trusted Source has overwhelmingly
proven the many cognitive benefits of being able to speak
more than one language. According to numerous studies,
bilingualism can contribute to better memory, improved
visual-spatial skills, and higher levels of creativity.
Being fluent in more than one language may also help you
switch more easily between different tasks, and delay the
onset of age-related mental decline. The good news is that it’s
never too late to reap the rewards of learning a new language.
According to researchers, you can boost your memory and
improve other mental functions by becoming a student of
a new language at any time in your life.
WAYS TO KEEP YOUR
BRAIN YOUNG
1. GET MENTAL
STIMULATION
 2. GET
PHYSICAL
EXERCISE
3. IMPROVE
YOUR DIET
 4. IMPROVE
YOUR BLOOD
PRESSRURE
 5. IMPROVE
YOUR BLOOD
SUGAR
 6. IMPROVE
YOUR
CHOLESTEROL
7. CONSIDER
LOW-DOSE
ASPIRIN
8. AVOID
TOBACCO
9. DON’T ABUSE
ALCOHOL
10. CARE FOR
YOUR
EMOTIONS
11. PROTECT
YOUR HEAD
 12. BUILD
SOCIAL
NETWORKS
 BEST FOODS TO BOOST
YOUR BRAIN AND MEMORY
1. FATTY FISH

When people talk about brain foods, fatty

fish is often at the top of the list. Fatty fish
is a rich source of omega-3s, a major
building block of the brain. Omega-3s play
a role in sharpening memory and improving
mood, as well as protecting your brain
against decline.
2. COFFEE

If coffee is the highlight of your

morning, you'll be glad to hear that it's
good for you. Coffee can help boost
alertness and mood. It may also offer
some protection against Alzheimer's,
thanks to its caffeine and antioxidants.
3. BLUEBERRIES

Blueberries provide numerous

health benefits, including some that
are specifically for your brain.
Blueberries are packed with
antioxidants that may delay brain
aging and improve memory.
4. TURMERIC

Turmeric has generated a lot of buzz

recently. Turmeric and its active
compound curcumin have strong anti-
inflammatory and antioxidant benefits,
which help the brain. In research, it has
reduced symptoms of depression and
Alzheimer's disease.
5. BROCCOLI

Broccoli is packed with powerful plant

compounds, including antioxidants.
Broccoli contains a number of
compounds that have powerful
antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
effects, including vitamin K.
6. PUMPKIN SEEDS

Pumpkin seeds contain powerful

antioxidants that protect the body and
brain from free radical damage.
Pumpkin seeds are rich in many
micronutrients that are important for
brain function, including copper, iron,
magnesium and zinc.
7. DARK CHOCOLATE

Dark chocolate and cocoa powder are

packed with a few brain-boosting
compounds, including flavonoids, caffeine
and antioxidants. The flavonoids in
chocolate may help protect the brain.
Studies have suggested that eating
chocolate could boost both memory and
mood
8. NUTS

Research has shown that eating

nuts can improve markers of heart
health, and having a healthy heart is
linked to having a healthy brain.
Nuts contain a host of brain-
boosting nutrients, including vitamin
E, healthy fats and plant
9. ORANGES

You can get all the vitamin C you

need in a day by eating one
medium. Oranges and other foods
that are high in vitamin C can help
defend your brain against damage
from free radicals.
10. EGGS

Eggs are a good source of several nutrients

tied to brain health, including vitamins B6
and B12, folate and choline. Eggs are a rich
source of several B vitamins and choline,
which are important for proper brain
functioning and development, as well as
regulating mood.
11. GREEN TEA

As is the case with coffee, the caffeine

in green tea boosts brain function.
Green tea is an excellent beverage to
support your brain. Its caffeine content
boosts alertness, while its antioxidants
protect the brain and L-theanine helps
you relax.