Cover A curated selection of books that explore brain health, including how the brain adapts and how everyday choices influence long-term cognitive wellbeing (Photo: Freepik)
A curated selection of books that explore brain health, including how the brain adapts and how everyday choices influence long-term cognitive wellbeing (Photo: Freepik)
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From memory to focus, these books provide insights and practical tips for everyday brain health
Interest in brain health has expanded beyond scientific circles into everyday conversation, reflecting a growing awareness of how lifestyle, cognition and memory intersect. The books highlighted here offer rigorous, accessible insights into the brain’s adaptability, the mechanisms of cognitive ageing, and strategies to support long-term mental function. They examine neuroplasticity, nutrition, exercise and memory with evidence and case studies, presenting practical approaches without sensationalism. For readers seeking a clear understanding of brain health, these titles balance research and narrative clarity.
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‘The Brain That Changes Itself’ by Norman Doidge
Above ‘The Brain That Changes Itself’ by Norman Doidge: How the brain rewires itself through learning, recovery and everyday choices (Cover: Penguin)
‘The Brain That Changes Itself’ by Norman Doidge: How the brain rewires itself through learning, recovery and everyday choices (Cover: Penguin)
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Norman Doidge’s The Brain That Changes Itself examines neuroplasticity, the brain’s capacity to reorganise itself by forming new neural connections. Doidge, a Canadian psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, presents case studies that challenge the idea of a static brain, showing how therapy, learning and mental exercises can produce measurable changes in cognition and function. Readers gain a perspective on brain health that combines scientific research with human stories of recovery and adaptation.
‘Keep Sharp’ by Sanjay Gupta
Above Sanjay Gupta shares science-backed habits for lifelong clarity and focus in ‘Keep Sharp’ (Cover: Headline Home)
Sanjay Gupta shares science-backed habits for lifelong clarity and focus in ‘Keep Sharp’ (Cover: Headline Home)
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Neurologist Sanjay Gupta offers practical advice grounded in medical research on maintaining cognitive function in Keep Sharp, covering diet, exercise, mental stimulation, sleep and social engagement, providing evidence-based strategies to support brain health throughout life. Gupta—who you might recognise as the chief medical correspondent for CNN—emphasises prevention and daily habits over unverified supplements or fads.
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‘Healthy Brain, Happy Life’ by Wendy Suzuki
Above I’n Healthy Brain, Happy Life’, Wendy Suzuki reveals how movement transforms memory, mood and motivation (Photo: Dey Street Books)
I’n Healthy Brain, Happy Life’, Wendy Suzuki reveals how movement transforms memory, mood and motivation (Photo: Dey Street Books)
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Neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki focuses on the link between physical activity and mental performance. In Healthy Brain, Happy Life, Suzuki presents research demonstrating how exercise can improve memory, mood and focus, alongside practical routines to incorporate into daily life. The book highlights how consistent lifestyle choices affect long-term brain health.
‘Remember’ by Lisa Genova
Above ‘Remember’ by Lisa Genova explains how memory works and how to protect it daily (Photo: Allen & Unwin)
‘Remember’ by Lisa Genova explains how memory works and how to protect it daily (Photo: Allen & Unwin)
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Lisa Genova, author of Still Alice, the heartbreaking New York Times bestseller about early-onset Alzheihmer’s, combines personal narrative and scientific research to explore memory, ageing and cognitive decline. Remember delves into strategies to strengthen memory and sustain cognitive function, offering insights into how the brain forms, stores and retrieves information.
‘The Brain Fog Fix’ by Dr. Mike Dow
Above ‘The Brain Fog Fix’ by Dr. Mike Dow is a simple, lifestyle-first plan to reduce fatigue and regain mental sharpness (Photo: Hay House LLC)
‘The Brain Fog Fix’ by Dr. Mike Dow is a simple, lifestyle-first plan to reduce fatigue and regain mental sharpness (Photo: Hay House LLC)
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The Brain Fog addresses mental fatigue, often linked to diet, stress and sleep, written by therapist Mike Dow. Dow—a recurring guest on television’s The Doctors—presents a plan for reducing brain fog and improving focus, rooted in nutritional science and lifestyle adjustments. The book provides practical tools for anyone seeking clarity in thought and improved brain health.
‘The Age-Proof Brain’ by Mark Mistein
Above ‘The Age-Proof Brain’ by Mark Milstein presents tools to strengthen memory, resilience and long-term cognitive agility (Photo: Benbella Books)
‘The Age-Proof Brain’ by Mark Milstein presents tools to strengthen memory, resilience and long-term cognitive agility (Photo: Benbella Books)
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Mark Milstein, a doctor of biological chemistry as well as an author and speaker, examines the biological processes behind cognitive ageing and shares research-backed methods to preserve mental agility. Topics in The Age-Proof Brain include memory, attention and emotional regulation, with exercises and routines designed to maintain brain function and resilience.
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‘Brain Food’ by Dr. Lisa Mosconi
Above Lisa Mosconi explores how nutrition shapes memory, focus and overall brain health in ‘Brain Food’ (Photo: Penguin Life)
Lisa Mosconi explores how nutrition shapes memory, focus and overall brain health in ‘Brain Food’ (Photo: Penguin Life)
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Neuroscientist Lisa Mosconi explores the connection between nutrition and cognitive performance in Brain Food: How to Eat Smart and Sharpen Your Mind. Drawing on decades of research, Mosconi outlines dietary patterns that support memory, focus and overall brain health. The book includes practical advice on eating habits that can influence long-term neurological wellbeing.
Chonx Tibajia is a senior editor at Tatler Asia’s T-Labs team, where she writes widely on lifestyle subjects including beauty, style, entertainment and travel. She has a long career in journalism, including roles as a columnist at The Philippine Star, and is the founder of the creative platform Pineappleversed. Beyond Tatler, her bylines appear in regional lifestyle and business publications, showcasing a broad portfolio that spans beauty trends, travel guides and culture pieces.
