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Defend Your Brain Against the Ravages of Time by Kyle Adenbrooke
There are many inconveniences associated with an aging brain. Indeed, it is one of the greatest fears many of
us have. When our brains age, we run the risk of diseases like Alzheimer's. Additionally, just the ability to
remember slowly starts to slip away. Happily, however, with modern medical science, we have learned a great
deal about the way the brain ages, as well as things we can do to slow that aging process down.
First and foremost is the need to keep the body healthy. A healthy mind resides in a healthy body and there is
no denying the fact that our physical health and our mental health are inter-connected. All efforts to keep the
body fit also help to keep the brain fit. Thus, physical exercise greatly benefits both body and mind.
While all kinds of exercise are beneficial (including walking, gardening, etc.), you can also try some exercises
that are especially designed to help our physical and mental selves remain in tandem. Ancient Eastern
disciplines like Tai Chi and Yoga focus specifically on the mind-body connection. These programs provide
many variations for all skill levels.
While physical exercise can slow down aging in the brain, it cannot fully replace exercise especially for the
brain, such as reading. Reading can greatly improve the health of the brain. Even reading novels is beneficial.
However, if you read about serious subjects sometimes, it can help keep your brain young and alert.
Crossword puzzles are other great brain exercisers. When one has to think about and recall information to
complete a crossword puzzle, this gives the brain some needed use. Other word games like the jumble and
anagrams can also help slow brain aging, as can games like memory, which can be played with your
grandchildren.
Exercise for the brain must be accompanied with adequate rest to slow down aging. The brain gets stressed in
its later years because of years of inadequate sleep. It is important to get a good night's sleep on most nights
to help the brain rest and recover from the day's work. It has been shown that sleep also helps the brain to sort
through the day's information and helps you prepare better for the next day.
The elevated plane of rest is meditation. It does not necessarily involve sitting in a funny posture and
contemplating the deep meanings of life and the universe. It simply means to consciously slow down without
falling asleep and watching things without preconceived notions. It helps to reduce tension by putting things in
perspective, even though you do not aim at achieving an empty mind. Meditation helps the brain function more
efficiently.
As the aging process affects the brain, it is important to take steps to avoid the loss of its faculties. Lessen the
effects of aging on your brain by taking steps to keep it active, give it proper rest, and to take care of yourself
now. It is never too early to begin taking care of brain, and the earlier you start, the longer you will enjoy it.
us have. When our brains age, we run the risk of diseases like Alzheimer's. Additionally, just the ability to
remember slowly starts to slip away. Happily, however, with modern medical science, we have learned a great
deal about the way the brain ages, as well as things we can do to slow that aging process down.
First and foremost is the need to keep the body healthy. A healthy mind resides in a healthy body and there is
no denying the fact that our physical health and our mental health are inter-connected. All efforts to keep the
body fit also help to keep the brain fit. Thus, physical exercise greatly benefits both body and mind.
While all kinds of exercise are beneficial (including walking, gardening, etc.), you can also try some exercises
that are especially designed to help our physical and mental selves remain in tandem. Ancient Eastern
disciplines like Tai Chi and Yoga focus specifically on the mind-body connection. These programs provide
many variations for all skill levels.
While physical exercise can slow down aging in the brain, it cannot fully replace exercise especially for the
brain, such as reading. Reading can greatly improve the health of the brain. Even reading novels is beneficial.
However, if you read about serious subjects sometimes, it can help keep your brain young and alert.
Crossword puzzles are other great brain exercisers. When one has to think about and recall information to
complete a crossword puzzle, this gives the brain some needed use. Other word games like the jumble and
anagrams can also help slow brain aging, as can games like memory, which can be played with your
grandchildren.
Exercise for the brain must be accompanied with adequate rest to slow down aging. The brain gets stressed in
its later years because of years of inadequate sleep. It is important to get a good night's sleep on most nights
to help the brain rest and recover from the day's work. It has been shown that sleep also helps the brain to sort
through the day's information and helps you prepare better for the next day.
The elevated plane of rest is meditation. It does not necessarily involve sitting in a funny posture and
contemplating the deep meanings of life and the universe. It simply means to consciously slow down without
falling asleep and watching things without preconceived notions. It helps to reduce tension by putting things in
perspective, even though you do not aim at achieving an empty mind. Meditation helps the brain function more
efficiently.
As the aging process affects the brain, it is important to take steps to avoid the loss of its faculties. Lessen the
effects of aging on your brain by taking steps to keep it active, give it proper rest, and to take care of yourself
now. It is never too early to begin taking care of brain, and the earlier you start, the longer you will enjoy it.