Brain games are nothing more than expensive snake oil preying on seniors' fears about cognitive decline. The scientific consensus from leading researchers at Stanford and Max Planck reveals these products deliver only narrow, fleeting improvements that don't translate to real-world benefits or prevent dementia as falsely advertised.
New breakthrough research proves brain training actually works by boosting acetylcholine levels and reversing a decade of cognitive aging in just 10 weeks. Unlike generic puzzles, specialized speed-processing games create fundamental brain-wide changes that preserve the key neurotransmitter essential for memory and focus.
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