AGING: Tips on Improving Your Brain Functions

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It is critical to begin the process of improving our mental functions related to memory and activities which require mental alertness. Here are some easy tips ways: - Organize your environment and schedules to avoid distractions and interruptions while you are at a certain activity/task. - To improve your performance, focus on one activity at a time. - Cultivate new interests and pursue new hobbies. Keep yourself socially active and stay connected to family and friends. - Pursue a couple of intellectual activities like reading and writing, to build cognitive reserves. - Increase your attention span by making a deliberate effort to remember things. Marking reminders on your calendar could be helpful. - Avoid sitting too long and stretch at regular intervals. Walking is the best exercise to keep your brain working. - Reduce stress by performing relaxation exercises like yoga or meditation. Practice slow deep breathing. Prolonged inactivity can be a serious health hazard. - Watch what you eat. Omega-3 fatty acids have been noted as brain food protecting the brain from decline. - Take short naps; it could improve your memory. However a longer nap could cause grogginess and slow your performance. - Finally, integrate positivity in all aspects of your life. Learn to accept aging with fewer complaints and greater appreciation of all the good things you enjoy each day while you live. Image: Courtesy of Pixabay