Staying Sharp Brain Health Vitality Through Connecting Brain Health & Wellness

Staying Sharp Brain Health Vitality

Staying Sharp facts to keep your brain happy

Connect

We know relationships are important to you. They are also important for your brain! A 2015 study shows that seeing a movie or not only helps to preserve cognitive abilities, but helps reduce stress and decrease risk of dementia.

Move

Find an activity to do with your friends or family and help reduce your risk of dementia 30 to 40 percent. After all, it is hard to refute the research showing people who are tend to have better memory and brain function.

Discover

Did you know your brain is like a muscle? To make it stronger, you have to use it! Learning something may seem scary, but it can help strengthen how effectively your brain works. Not into quilting? Try or check out other ideas.

Relax

Ever wonder why you can't remember things as well after a bad night of sleep? Poor sleep can lead to impaired memory and affect adaptability. Try to get more rest, take a walk or watch a funny video to counteract the effects of and minimize the impact it has on your brain.

Nourish

Feel sluggish after certain meals? Certain foods, like those high in saturated fat (such as beef and cheese) take longer to process. And those foods may cause memory loss and cognitive decline. Try a brain healthy diet instead, high in (like olive oil and avocados) to keep your brain healthy and you in tip top shape. Ready to take control of your brain health? Take today for the first steps toward a stronger healthier brain. With a paid subscription of $35.99 per year, you’ll receive personalized assessment results, access to premium games, recipes and much more! AARP Discounts: as an AARP member Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures

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