The brain controls thought, movement and emotion. Billions of nerve cells in your brain, called neurons, send information to the rest of the body. When these neurons are not working properly, there are symptoms that could appear. Symptoms can include slower thinking, uncoordinated movements, and losing feeling in parts of your body. Creating healthy habits is crucial to keeping your brain healthy by engaging in healthy lifestyle choices.
Positive actions to promote brain health include engaging in cognitively, socially, and physically stimulating tasks. Engaging in these types of tasks have been shown to lower the risk of cognitive decline and potentially Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Below are 10 healthy brain tips from Alzheimer’s Association to maintain a healthy brain:
- Challenge your mind
- Stay in school
- Get moving
- Protect your head
- Be smoke-free
- Control your blood pressure
- Eat right
- Manage diabetes
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Sleep well
The brain is a complex organ that regulates every process of our body. Following these healthy lifestyle tips can be a major way to prevent cognitive decline. Remember, your brain will thank you for it!
Resources: https://www.alz.org/help-support/brain_health/10-healthy-habits-for-your-brain
