5 Habits That Will Kill Your Brain At 50: Get Rid Of Them Immediately!

“It may sound like a broken record, but when it comes to brain health, there’s no substitute for eating well, exercising, getting enough sleep, and reducing stress,” says Mike Ball, MD.

Vegetables and fruits, meat, poultry and fish, an hour and a half of aerobic exercise per week, puzzles and crosswords – all of this will help you maintain your cognitive abilities and memory. But there are not only things to do, but also things to avoid.

Sleep is vital for every person – this is when our brain is restored. “Older people tend to need slightly less sleep than younger people, seven to eight hours instead of seven to nine,” says Dr. Bol.

If you are constantly deprived of sleep, you will become forgetful and irritable. Try to keep a sleep schedule and not doze off during the day, give up coffee yesterday and air the bedroom – for all this the brain will thank you.

You might not know it, but maintaining social connections is very important for your brain health. “You can choose any means of communication, like walking with a friend or talking on the phone with family members,” Dr. Bol says.

Socializing does more than just relax: research shows that expanding your circle of friends and participating in group activities keeps your mind sharp and improves cognitive function.

One of the worst habits for your brain is drinking too much alcohol: it dramatically impairs the functioning of brain regions responsible for memory, balance and speech, which increases the risk of injury in particular.

“If you spend most of your time sitting, try to find ways to add more activity to your daily life. For example, take care of household chores or take a walk on your lunch break,” advises Dr. Bowl.

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“Stress can change the structure of the brain, kill new cells and increase the risk of mental illness. That’s why it’s important to take all prescribed medications and discuss any mental health issues with your doctor,” says Dr Bol.