FitBuff Morning Mix: Germophobia, Bubble Boy, Brain Filter

• Germ confusion runs rampant This article discusses the extremes that many Americans have gone to when it comes to germs and bacteria. Some people are obsessed with anti-bacterial products and over-protection, while others argue that exposure to some germs help strengthen our immune system. Who's right?
• Transplant boy is out of bubble A six-year-old boy had a very rare immune-crippling disease and was forced to live in a hospital "bubble" for the past several months. After a recent bone marrow transplant, he is able to go home while his immune system rebuilds.
• Brain 'irrelevance filter' found Do you have a good memory? If so, can you remember things or think quickly amongst a number of noisy distractions? Scientists have discovered that the differences in people's working memories may be caused by the brains ability to filter out distractions, thereby concentrating on and retaining the information you really need.
• FitBuff FlashBack Brain Gym Exercises: Get Fit, Get Smart So, what if your brain filter isn't a top-of-the-line model? Don't worry, you can strengthen the ol' noggin' with some good ol' fashioned exercise.

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