HOW TO KEEP YOUR BRAIN HEALTHY
Most people know how to keep their bodies healthy. They know they should eat a good diet and try to get plenty of exercise
and sleep. They should also avoid smoking, drinking, etc. However, do you know that we can also take steps to keep our
brains healthy? Experts recommend the following tips to keep your brain in good shape.
First of all, it is important to stay mentally active. We exercise our bodies by walking, swimming, or going to the gym, but
we can also do workouts for our brains. For example, we can try quizzes and word puzzles, or solve mathematical problems.
This will keep the nerve cells sharp. It may also help to create new cells.
Another thing we can do is to be socially active. This means that we should socialize by joining clubs and social groups. We
can also mix with other people by travelling to other countries, or learning new skills. For example, we can do courses to
learn skiing, dancing, or new language.
Physical activity is also important. We know that exercise is beneficial for the body. However, it is also good for the brain.
It keeps a good flow of blood to the brain, and encourages new cells. Of course, the brain is a very delicate organ. It is easily
damage, so people who like dangerous activities should be very careful. Rock climbers, cyclists, and cricket players should
all protect their heads.
Finally, we should eat a ‘brain-healthy’ diet. This means we should avoid fatty foods. We should also stay away from food
that is high in cholesterol. Instead, we should eat nutritious foods such as green vegetables, fruit, fish, and nuts. Food which
are good for you will protect the brain from disease. Certain foods, however, may actually improve brainpower. Research
suggests that the nutrient ‘choline’, which is found in foods such as liver, eggs, and red meat, helps the brain work better.