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17 Brain Boosting Podcasts That Will Delight Your Kids (And You Too)

May 28, 2017

The secret to turn off the television and still keep your children entertained? Try podcasts! But it’s surprisingly hard to find podcasts created with children in mind. These 17 podcasts are designed especially for kids, and cover a multitude of topics. Whether your child is interested in science, the arts, or just wants to listen to stories,… read more »

5 Puzzle Places for Brain Twisters and Logic Riddles

May 9, 2017

There is nothing like a tough puzzle or a riddle. You’ll start off working on it intensely. Then you return to real life, while the unsolved puzzle sits there, taunting you. Even as you go about your everyday chores, it’s nagging you at the back of your mind. And then finally, something clicks, the lightbulb… read more »

Boost Intelligence, Focus, and Memory With These 5 Brain Exercises

November 19, 2016

Your brain is constantly working. Even when you are relaxing, the brain is still active, doing a thousand things you aren’t paying attention to. Just like exercises keep your body fit, you need mental workouts to keep your brain fit. With the help of a few websites and apps, you can regularly train your brain… read more »

How to Boost Your Brain Without Caffeine

March 30, 2016

If your brain isn’t firing on all cylinders, your first thought might be to reach for a cup of coffee or a Red Bull. But there are some serious drawbacks to relying on caffeine for a brain boost. It’s only temporary, it usually results in a crash, and it can be pretty expensive in the… read more »

Is Technology Ruining Your Brain?

February 3, 2016

We all use technology every single day. Obviously, we’re big fans of technology at MakeUseOf, but like anything, it has some drawbacks. The infographic below takes an interesting look at some of the negatives that technology can cause if not used in moderation. While I can’t say I necessarily think that technology is ruining our… read more »

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