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Total recall; While we wait for the magic pill that will give us laser-like focus, here are two noninvasive, nonpharmaceutical options that may be worth a try.(mental efficiency-enhancing workshops, products)

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Byline: Judith Newman

The Memory Fitness Institute

Touted as "boot camp for the brain," the MFI (memoryfitnessinstitute.org) is setting up workshops across the country. The program is based on Gary Small's

two-week plan from his book The Memory Prescription (Hyperion), which draws on his research about the role diet, mental and physical exercise, and stress reduction

play in keeping brains functioning optimally. Cost: $10 to $20 per session; the ...

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