TIPS TO KEEP YOUR BRAIN YOUNG:
- Engage in exercise that improves blood flow 3x a week; 30 minutes per session, reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s by 50%.
- Engaging in mentally stimulating games, interactive learning, and various forms of social or physical activity can significantly benefit your overall well-being.
- Avoid poison. Smoking doubles the risk of developing dementia.
- Be social. A Harvard study showed that having 5 positive social ties decreases the rate of cognitive decline by 50%.
- Have purpose. Any cause; invest yourself, work on it.
- Relax. Practice meditation, and yoga, and take a leisurely walk.
- Partner with your doctor & your benefits provider, those who understand and actively practice lifestyle medicine.
- Protect your head. Think fall prevention. Build muscles.
- Focus on a Mediterranean diet or keto diet. 7-10 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. Incorporate olive oil into your meals.
- Have a positive outlook. It matters! Use positive emotional words. Even with plaques, symptoms are decreased.
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