Experts say £11 puzzle book boosts memory and reduces your risk of dementia

Experts are recommending a book that could not only improve your memory, but also potentially lower your risk of developing dementia. The book, which contains "150 puzzles to train your brain", is called Mind Games and is available to buy on Amazon for £11.30.

The book has been put together by Dr. Tim Beanland, Head of Knowledge at Alzheimer's Society. A description of Mind Games reads: "Challenge your memory, test your logic and sharpen your focus with brilliantly fun pictures, words, numbers puzzles.

"With regular practice, puzzles may help to improve brain function and prevent age-related cognitive decline. Mind Games offers a workout for a wide range of brain functions. Featuring over 150 puzzles of varying difficulty, this book aims to target different areas of the brain and improve cognition."

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Besides Amazon, Mind Games is also available to buy in major bookstores. Part of the proceeds will go towards Alzheimer’s Society. The puzzle book currently boasts a customer rating of 4.1 out of five from 44 reviewers.

Margael commented: "Well presented. And stimulating. A must for anyone wanting to keep their mind active. Definitely a pleasant challenge." Diane added: "A large book full of puzzles, which I am working my way through, would make an excellent present for an older relative."

Maura said: "Written in a very approachable way. Challenging some of my presumption’s on aging and memory." Jessie typed: "Really enjoying working my way through this with my auntie who has early onset dementia. There’s loads of different ones which keep it