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A healthy brain doesn’t happen by accident. It’s shaped daily by what you eat, how you move,
how you sleep, and how you manage stress. Protecting your mind today helps
preserve clarity, memory, and independence for years to come.

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IN THE NEWS:

• Over 50% of people will be diagnosed with a mental health condition in their lifetime. So how can we avoid mental health issues? By committing to daily habits to boost our well-being. Here are 9 habits to master your mental health. ~Jack Moses
• A new study has shown that the brain also remains ‘young’ when muscles increase in the body and fat decreases. Signs have been found that the inner fat around the belly ages the brain quickly, while muscles slow down this process. ~Nepal Health Press

• Don’t judge the benefits of exercise only by changes in body weight or a drop in waist size. There’s a lot of health benefits taking place “under the hood.” In fact, exercise positively impacts the function of every organ system, including your brain. ~Kristie Leong M.D.
• Is your smartphone making you forgetful? Overuse of screens can lead to digital dementia — affecting memory, focus, and decision-making. Take breaks, train your brain, and don’t let your phone do all the thinking. ~Only My Health
• A March 2022 study showed a clear link between regular exercise and a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer’s. Neurologist Dr. Sean Horrigan outlines several working theories to help explain why exercise is good for brain health. ~Cape Cod Healthcare

• Sleep problems might be an early warning sign of dementia, a new study says. Circadian rhythms that are weaker and more fragmented are tied to an increased risk of dementia, researchers reported Dec. 29 in the journal Neurology. ~NewsMax
• 7 Common Foods That May Accelerate Brain Aging: What we eat—from specific nutrients to daily dietary patterns and eating habits—can affect the health of our nervous system, influencing the risk of cognitive decline, dementia, and other neurological disorders. ~Epoch Health
• 30,000 Brain Scans Reveal a Hidden Danger in Ultra-Processed Foods: An international team of researchers has examined brain scans from nearly 30,000 people and uncovered noteworthy links between frequent consumption of ultra-processed foods and differences in brain structure. ~SciTech Daily
• Why a mild brain injury can trigger Alzheimer’s: New research from the University of Virginia School of Medicine is revealing why traumatic brain injury increases the chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease – and the discovery is pointing to a potential strategy to prevent the progressive brain disorder. ~News Virginia Edu
• Just one session of weightlifting or resistance training boosts brain power, study finds: US scientists say weight training for just over 40 minutes can enhance long-term memory in healthy adults. ~Daily Mail
• A Neurologist Explains the Importance of Sleep for Brain Health: A deficiency in restorative sleep can impair daytime functioning, attention, and memory in the short term, and long-term sleep deficits can increase the risk of brain diseases. ~Very Well Health

 

 

MORE IN THE NEWS:

• Why good sleep is essential for a healthy mind: Studies reveal that behind every good night’s rest lies a complex process that repairs the body, resets the mind, and recharges emotional strength. Missing out on these can hamper your mental health.
• New research shows that your brain’s “true age” can shift dramatically depending on how you live, with optimism, restorative sleep, stress management, and strong social support acting like powerful anti-aging tools.
• Experts Recommend These Exercises to Keep Your Brain Sharp: The positive links between physical exercise and brain health—mental health and mood management, memory and executive functioning, and degenerative brain disease prevention—is a significant topic of research and discussion.
• A leading neurosurgeon has shared five simple daily habits that can help rebuild and protect brain health over time. Drawing from years of clinical experience, the doctor explains that consistent sleep, regular strength training, daily moments of calm, early recognition of burnout, and avoiding constant exhaustion are key to maintaining mental sharpness.

   

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