Research into intellectual ability and aging shows that the more we use our brains, the longer they last. Regardless of a brain’s age, it responds to increased use by developing greater speed, flexibility and durability. Staying mentally fit is fun, too.
Follow these tips to get the most from your mind.
Play Games -At
the local Bridge club, people are preserving their mental faculties, as
well as having a good time. Card games and board games, from Bingo to
Scrabble, exercise the mind wonderfully. Find some that you like, and
play.
Something New - Discover a hobby, take a course or travel. The stimulation of the new gets the brain into high gear. Reading books exposes the mind to new ideas. Learning to play a musical instrument is a fun brain workout.
Do It Differently - Try using your non-dominant hand on the computer mouse. The task’s strangeness forces the brain to develop new neural pathways. Dress with your eyes closed. Take a different route to the mall. Challenge the brain to do standard tasks in a different way.
Exercise - The brain is part of the body and is strengthened by physical exercise. Regular,
moderate effort, like walking three times a week, reduces the risk of
Alzheimer’s significantly. A fit body gives the brain more and cleaner
energy.
Eat, Drink, Sleep
- Good nutrition, plenty of clean water and quality sleep are important
for a healthy mind. The brain is 85% water. Make sure that its tank
doesn’t run dry.
Go Online - Test your word power at FreeRice (www.freerice.com). For each word you get right, 10 grains of rice are donated to help end word hunger; get smarter and help feed the world….
Have Fun,
Alan
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