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Lifestyle
Kat Storr

Forget puzzles - this simple lifestyle habit can help reduce 'tip of the tongue' memory moments, new study reveals

Woman thinking, holding pen and book, sitting by front door in the sunshine.

It happens to us all - we’re in the middle of a conversation with friends and we forget a word, or the name of a place or person. There are many reasons why this happens, ranging from tiredness to menopausal brain fog to a decline in brain function due to ageing. It can be frustrating and upsetting when we feel like our brain is letting us down.

Now, researchers think they might have found a way to reduce these so-called ‘tip of the tongue’ moments and improve brain health: aerobic exercise, also known as cardiovascular exercise. This includes activities like walking, cycling, swimming, and running.

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