Those kind folks over at the Bruno Jamais restaurant in New York and luxury Parisian Skincare line Sothys have donated some prizes which we’ll be giving away to one lucky JAGT reader.

The Prizes

• A $50 gift certificate to be redeemed at the Bruno Jamais restaurant in NYC.
  

  Bruno Jamais Restaurant Club brings the French Riviera to the upper east side. Where else can one dine in style until 3am with delectable cuisine such as Lobster Brulee and Foie Gras? The service and décor are equally impressive. The restaurant received the “Best Interior Design” award by Hospitality Design Magazine. Now, for the first time in the restaurant’s four history, Bruno Jamais is open on Sunday nights for dinner, dancing and drinks with a reduced priced menu served from 6pm through 2am. In addition, there is also live entertainment. On a cold winter’s night, allow debonair owner Bruno Jamais to make you feel at home and beat the doldrums of winter. With Chef John Keller at the kitchen’s helm the cuisine is sure to delight even the most discerning palates. Bruno Jamais and John Keller have created a unique menu that has an Asian influence without losing its French integrity. Bruno Jamais is also the perfect place to book your private party and can accommodate up to 200 diners for a buffet dinner or 70 people for a sit down dinner. For those upper east siders who are tired of trekking downtime for a evening of fun, this exclusive venue has it all. If you are looking to see stars, celebrity patrons have included: Billy Baldwin, Joan Rivers, Cindy Adams, Chazz Palminteri and even former President Bill Clinton. Reservations are suggested and chic attire is requested.

• A range of mens skincare products courtesy of Sothys.

  
  

  Detoxifying Active Cleanser:
  A foam-based facial cleanser that gently yet effectively rinses away impurities while preparing skin for shaving. Also ideal for use in place of shaving cream, this soft, pH-balanced cleanser effectively fights against the skin-harming effects of hard water.

  Hydrating Active Care:
  A hydrating and protective gel-fluid that works to restore skin’s hydrolipidic layer and fight against damaging consequences of daily shaving. Intensely fresh in texture and non-sticky, this concentrated product leaves skin silky soft and shine-free.

  Age Defying Active Care:
  An anti-aging gel-cream that acts on several layers of the skin to help visibly reduce existing wrinkles, slow the formation of new lines and restore skin after shaving. Absorbs quickly without a greasy after-feel.

  Soothing After Shave Balm
  A soothing balm with phytomalt, birch and polyphenols of mint leaves that repairs and calms razor burns caused by shaving. The skin immediately feels soothed and fresh, less irritated.

  Mattifying T-Zone Fluid
  A rapid penetrating fluid for an “anti-shine” effect. Perfect for oily areas of the face. Contains a “sebo-regulating” complex that provides an astringent and absorbing effect. Mattifies and soothes.

  Energizing Hair & Body Care
  For all skin types, this 2-in-1 hair and body product is an invigorating wash and gentle cleanser. Contains d-panthenol and silicones to ensure the good health of the hair and to add brilliance; also contains phytomalt.

How to enter

To enter, all you need to do is subscribe to our feed and keep a look out for a simple question in the feed footer. Once you know the answer to the question: e-mail it to hey@justaguything.com.

A winner will be selected at random from all the correct answers received on April 15th. Oh, you might as well stay subscribed too because we’ve got more fantastic prizes coming up in the next few months that you won’t want to miss!

The other day, my girlfriend reminded me to pack up the Nintendo Wii I’d stolen borrowed from my Mum so that I could take it back to her. No less than ten minutes later, we were half-way to my Mum’s house (which is about 25 miles away) and guess what? I’d forgotten to pack the Wii!

This is just one example of the many times my memory has failed me, and if this sounds like you too, you’re not alone. More than 20 million people in the world have dementia, and that figure is expected to rise to more than 80 million by 2040 (Source: Alzheimer’s Society) There is no cure for Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia; however you can improve your memory and your immune system by making alterations to your diet which can prevent the onset of these diseases.

Tuna Fish Improves Memory and Reduces Risk Of Dementia

According to the Rush Medical Centre, people who eat fish at least once a week are 60% less likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease than those who rarely, or never, eat fish.

The key ingredient, they say, is the fatty acids found in the fish. The brain is made up of fat and as you age, your brain needs more and more fatty acids to patch itself up. The omega-3 fatty acids, found in abundance in tuna, can also help to reduce the risk of heart disease, ease the pain of arthritis, reduce asthma complications and is essential in the growth and development of young children. In short, tuna fish has many health benefits, not to mention it is packed full of protein and is low in cholesterol and low in fat. It also tastes fantastic (at least, to me it does!).

Other Foods (And A Drink) To Improve Your Mind

An article published in 2004 claims that drinking regular cups of tea can improve your memory and slow the development of brain diseases. Good news (if you’re English, at least!).

Of course, fish and tea aren’t the only sources of nutrients which can improve your mind and fight dementia diseases. The following foods should also be a staple part of your diet:

• Cabbage
• Oranges
• Peaches
• Spinach
• Tomatoes
• Yogurt
• Beetroot
• Avocados
• Asparagus
• Oatmeal
• Omega-3 enriched eggs

Also, olive oil and flaxseed (either the seeds or the oil - not the tablets) both provide plenty of omega-3 fatty acids to keep you healthy and strong. Wherever possible, I’d aim to get as many nutrients as you possibly can from real food. Supplements are just that - supplemental to your diet. If your diet is terrible then no amount of pills or powders will improve your health. The only supplement I would recommend is the flaxseed oil. All other vitamins should come from your diet. A well balanced and varied diet can be healthy and tasty too!

For more memory tips, We The Change have a great article which explains 11 Simple Ways to Improve Your Memory.

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