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Can you tell fact from fiction? Take the brain myths quiz.

The brain is one of the most amazing organs in the human body, but it's also one of the most mysterious. Think you can separate fact from fiction? Take this quiz on brain myths and find out.

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  • Can brain foods make you smarter?
    Can brain foods make you smarter?

    Instead of just giving in to your food cravings, how about nourishing your brain? Take a look at the foods that kick-start your smarts. Here's a hint -- that candy bowl's not going to help. See more »

  • 5 Memory Boosters
    5 Memory Boosters

    Although most people accept that some memory loss occurs with aging, it is also possible to take proactive steps to protect memory. Take a look at what we have uncovered about reversing the effects of memory loss with these 10 tips. See more »

  • Are teens’ brains fully developed?
    Are teens’ brains fully developed?

    Teens brains really function differently than adult brains. Learn about the development of teens’ brains in this article. See more »

  • How Fat is Your Brain? Your Diet Spells the Key
    How Fat is Your Brain? Your Diet Spells the Key

    I was struck by a recent interview I watched with Dr. Oz. He spoke of how the brain needs fat to function and limiting it could spell disaster for your brain's capacity and your overall happiness. See more »

  • How to Test Your Memory
    How to Test Your Memory

    Finding out what shape your memory is in should be the first step in trying to improve it. Test your memory to find out if those memory glitches are normal. See more »

  • Test Your Brain
    Test Your Brain

    How smart are you? Take this quick brain test to peek inside the power of your brain. See more »

  • This is Your Brain. This is Your Brain on...Air?
    This is Your Brain. This is Your Brain on...Air?

    The results of several studies illustrate the damage air pollution is doing to our brains, and the picture isn't pretty. See more »

  • What is the extrasensory brain?
    What is the extrasensory brain?

    Whenever you delve into the realm of the paranormal, you're bound to feel the heat of argument between skeptics and believers. Why not end the argument once and for all and locate the part of the brain that may (or may not) control ESP? See more »

  • Brain Teasers and Mind Games
    Brain Teasers and Mind Games

    A healthy brain works better longer, keeping memory accurate and thought processes clear. Learn more about the benefits and options of brain teasers and mind games on your health. See more »

  • Can Bee Venom Improve Brain Function?
    Can Bee Venom Improve Brain Function?

    According to a recent story on Discovery News, scientists have proven that bee venom can improve our brain function. According to the study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, a peptide toxin extracted from the venom called apamin is a neurotoxin that blocks certain central nervous system channels. See more »

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