If you real ly want t oimprove your brain health,then eat dark chocolateand get plenty of goodquality sleep. As part of theInternational Brain AwarenessWeek on March 10-16,the Neurological Foundation has shared 14 useful tips toboost a healthy brain.
Eating dark chocolate is said to have the effect of activating brain systems to help one’s memory and improve learning skills, andgetting plenty of quality sleep is reported to help the braineffectively store new information in its long-term memory bank. The Neurological Foundation encourages people to consume fish aspart of a healthy diet and engage in some brain-busting activitiesoccasionally to improve the brain’s functionality.
Activities like visiting a museum and recalling as many details aspossible after the visit, memorizing a favorite song, or take up anew hobby such as learning to play a musical instrument are justsome suggestions. Alternatively, you can do a challenging jigsawpuzzle, use your non-dominant hand for daily activities or walk ona cobblestone path to enhance your balance.
The Neurological Foundation stresses that fitness for the brain isjust as important as other areas of the body which generally receivegreater care and attention from people who are health-conscious.
“You can really improve your brain health,” said Foundationspokeswoman Adrienne Kohler. “The recommendation seems to beeither use it or lose it. The research has demonstrated to a certainextent that, the more you use your brain, there seems to be a lowerincidence of Alzheimer’s or dementia.”
So, start today to improve your brain health. Here are some brainhealth-enhancing activities:
• Eat dark chocolate
• Visit a museum and recall what you saw
• Memorize a song
• Use peripheral vision
• Learn a musical instrument
• Do jigsaw puzzles
• Turn down the TV and listen harder
• Catch a ball or juggle
• Use your non-dominant hand
• Eat fish
• Exercise
• Walk on cobblestones to improve balance
• Get a good night’s sleep
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