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Five Things You Should Know about Guy Fawkes Day

Step by Step / Updated 03-27-2016

Guy Fawkes Day is celebrated throughout Britain on November 5. Guy Fawkes Day goes by a couple of other names as well: Bonfire Night and Firework Night. But, you may be wondering who was Guy Fawkes or why is this a day of celebration? Here are ten things you should know before celebrating the next Guy Fawkes Day.

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Protect Your Brain with the Mediterranean Diet

Step by Step / Updated 03-27-2016

The Mediterranean diet has become well-known for boosting heart health, but a recent study conducted in Spain revealed benefits for your brain health as well. The secret is consuming healthy fats (monounsaturated fats) from foods like olive oil and nuts. Healthy fats were shown to help protect your brain against the early signs of dementia. The study was conducted at the University of Navarra in Spain and results were reported by Miguel Martinez-Gonzalez and colleagues in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry. According to Martinez, a Mediterranean diet can help reduce inflammation and might help fight the artery-clogging plaque found in the brains of Alzheimer's patients. The Mediterranean diet is based on foods and dietary habits typical of those who live in the Mediterranean, featuring seafood, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and even wine. Many mistakenly believe it's a diet based on huge amounts of pasta and red wine. But pasta in these regions is more likely served as a side dish or accompanies a healthy protein source, and wine should be limited to a glass with your meal. Keeping in line with the basics of the Mediterranean diet, the following are the best foods to eat to help protect your brain as you age:

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