How to keep your mind sharp in 6 simple steps

A new government report says there’s little evidence that drugs or supplements can prevent Alzheimer’s disease. But grab those reading glasses and squint at the fine print. There’s plenty you can do to keep your gray cells sharp.

Truth is, medication and supplements don’t have a great track record for battling this heartbreaking disease. But there is evidence, as this report notes, that being active, eating healthy fats and keeping blood pressure low deliver a lot of brain-saving bang for your buck.