Oct 21 2008
SIX HEALTHY HABITS FOR AN AGING BRAIN
1. EXERCISE REGULARLY.
Brisk cardiovascular exercise brings rich, oxygenated blood to the brain. Ilchi Lee advice aged people that they should get at least 30 minutes of heart-pumping exercise 3 times a week. Also, do strength training at least twice a week, because muscle development also produces more energy for the brain.
2. REDUCE STRESS.
Stress is a major cause of illness, thanks to the effects of the hormone cortical. Too much cortical can wear down the hippocampus, which plays a role in memory function. Yoga Exercise and meditation can help.
3. GET PLENTY OF SLEEP.
Sleep deprivation is the number one cause of fuzzy, disjointed mental function. Studies show that people who get at least eight hours of sleep each night can avoid some age-related brain decline.
4. EAT LOW-FAT AND HEALTHY.
Glucose spikes and fatty plaque deposits that accompany overeating can damage the brain. A lower-calorie diet promotes better circulation and also controls weight, leading to lower blood pressure.
5. GIVE YOUR BRAIN A WORKOUT.
Try to do or learn something new each week, whether you are writing a letter with the hand you do not usually use or developing your knowledge of a new language. Challenging the brain with novel tasks and activities creates new neural pathways, makes it more versatile, and improves its multitasking ability.