Article: By and large, the healthy, balanced diet you should strive to achieve for overall health is also what is needed for a healthy brain that is better primed to encode memories.  Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, add in lean proteins and whole grains, and cut back on saturated fats, sodium, and sugars.  Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon, tuna, soybeans, and walnuts, seem to be particularly beneficial to the brain and thus memory-building.  There are omega-3 and other nutritional supplements marketed as good for the brain and memory.  These are an option, but it is usually considered better to get your vitamins and nutrients through food. Drink plenty of water as well.  Dehydration negatively impacts the brain along with the rest of the body. In the same way that a healthy body fosters a healthy mind and therefore healthy memory abilities, unhealthiness and illness can hamper your short term memory.  Any circulatory problem that affects blood flow to the brain -- high blood pressure, for instance -- can have a negative effect on short term memory.  But other conditions like diabetes, thyroid problems, cancers, and so on can likewise have an impact.  Depression can also negatively impact memory abilities, particularly because it can impede your ability to focus. Some medications are known to have short term memory problems as part of their side-effects. If a person finds out that their medication is a factor in memory issues, they can always talk to their doctor about it. Practically anyone who thinks they may have short term memory problems worries about Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia.  Short term memory loss is indeed one of the first signs of Alzheimer's, but the significant majority of people with short term memory problems do not have that condition.  Even if you do have the misfortune of finding out you have some form of dementia, nourishing and exercising your brain and body, and working with your medical team to develop the best regimen of medications for your specific case, offers the best chance to delay onset of the disease. A nightly pattern of 7-9 hours of sleep each night will allow your brain and body to adequately rest and recharge. There is some thought that “sleeping on a memory” -- focusing on something you want to remember before falling asleep -- can help firmly establish it in your mind.  The brain continues to work even while you sleep. Regular exercise, even as simple as walking, increases blood flow to the brain, thereby supplying it with more of the oxygen and nutrients it needs to be healthy, strong, and more capable of increase in short term memory. Walking in particular is a good activity for establishing a memory because it gives you time to focus on the memory while also benefiting from the increased blood flow.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Eat a brain-healthy diet. Address existing health conditions. Get adequate sleep. Keep blood flowing to your brain with exercise.
Article: Some people may not want to be part of the planning process now that the major decisions have been made, so give them that option. Decide as a group to designate one or two people as the planners, especially for groups larger than four people.  Use online documents to share ideas as you create the itinerary, and send out a final version when it’s all done. For an easygoing group on a tight budget, hostels may be a good choice, as they’re less private than hotels but quite a bit cheaper. A group that’s more high-maintenance might be better off sharing rooms at a hotel. For a large group, consider renting a full house or apartment. Let your group know early on if you’ll be sharing rooms, so they can choose roommates and work out any issues. Buy plane tickets early to avoid higher prices. Use public transportation if your group is small enough to keep together. Consider renting a car if you’re traveling with small children or a larger group. Research popular attractions in your destination and share them with your group. Ask everyone to tell the planners one or two things they definitely want to do. This will allow everyone’s voice to be heard and ensures that the planners don’t have to make all the hard decisions. If some activities are similar, like boating and snorkeling, try to merge them. For example, you can rent a boat for the day and bring snorkeling equipment for those who want to swim. No matter how adventurous and energetic your group is, and no matter how much you want to cram into your trip, you won’t be able to enjoy yourselves if you’re tired and cranky. Plan frequent food stops and set aside time to go back to your rooms for a quick nap if the group is getting tired. Plan for downtime in the afternoon, especially after lunch when the group may be full and sleepy or as a quick pick-me-up before dinner. No matter how tight-knit your group is, chances are everyone will want some time to themselves at some point. Give everyone a bit of free time every day, even if it’s just an hour before dinner to take a nap, shower, or get some shopping done. Depending on your group, you may want to dedicate half or even a whole day to solo exploring. Plan a meetup spot and time, especially if you’re in a foreign country where not everyone has phone service. Ask your friends if they have any dietary restrictions and what their general preferences are. Research restaurants online or in travel guides and write down a couple possibilities for each day. Remind your friends that you won’t be able to accommodate everyone at every restaurant. If your group has widely varying tastes, compromise: choose a burger place one night, and go out for sushi the next. Not everyone will get their favorite food every night, but they’ll be happier to compromise knowing that their voice was heard.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Decide if the itinerary will be planned by one person or everyone. Find accommodations. Plan transportation. Decide on daytime and nighttime activities. Factor in downtime. Provide options for solo trips or splitting up. Find food options.
Article: If you brush your teeth too roughly, over time it can cause your gums to recede. Brushing gently with a soft bristled brush can allow your gums the ability to recover. There are some electric toothbrushes that will give you a warning when you are pushing too hard. If you have a history of brushing too hard, this might be a good product to invest in. If you have receding gums, it may be caused by a lack of basic dental care. If you haven't been brushing, start brushing twice a day. This will minimize the buildup of bacteria and food debris around your gum line, which will allow your gums to grow back.  Be sure to use a toothpaste that has fluoride in it. If you really want to keep your teeth clean, begin brushing your teeth after each meal. Flossing daily will remove food debris, bacteria, and plaque build up from between your teeth. This will allow the gums in between your teeth to remain healthy. There are also special picks and brushes that your dentist may recommend for cleaning between your teeth. If you are grinding or clenching your teeth, the force you are creating can make your gums recede. To soften this force and allow your gums to regenerate, start wearing a bite guard.  Signs that you are grinding your teeth include a sore jaw or face, chipped or flattened teeth, tooth pain, and an unexplained headache.  Many people choose to wear their bite guard at night, when teeth grinding can occur involuntarily. If you are suffering from dry mouth, it can also increase the likelihood that your gums will recede. To increase your saliva production, try chewing sugar-free gum regularly or talk to your doctor about medications that can help increase the amount of saliva you are producing. Saliva protects the gums from bacteria and plaque build up, so having too little of it can impact your gum health.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Brush your teeth more gently. Brush your teeth twice a day. Floss once a day. Wear a bite guard. Improve your saliva production.