Lots of writing is filled with amusing stories and other types of pleasant noise. Not this one – just the facts, ma’am!
Spaced repetition and active recall are the best ways to remember things, and are very useful in studying for exams or for language-learners to help with vocabulary. Anki is the best app to put these ideas into practice.
Buying and holding index funds is the best way for most people to invest, and they should expect real returns of around 6% per year.
It is important to avoid licorice while pregnant because of moderate evidence for deleterious effects on the child’s cognitive abilities.
Timeshifter is a good app for dealing with jet lag – it tells you when you should nap or stay awake or have coffee or melatonin around and during your flight time to minimise jet lag.
ADHD drugs (especially dextroamphetamine) are generally effective for most people for boosting productivity and improving executive function, and the benefits probably outweigh the costs for most people.
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