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Brain-Healthy Lifestyle
The Dana Foundation has published a checklist for a brain-healthy lifestyle - see if you measure up.
Do:
- Exercise your body regularly and get involved in physically active leisure pursuits.
- Keep your mind exercised! Engage in active learning throughout life, and pursue new experiences.
- Stay socially engaged with friends, family, and community groups.
- Maintain a positive attitude and a sense of control over your life.
- Take steps to manage stress.
- Eat a brain-healthy, balanced diet rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, and consider taking a multivitamin supplement that includes antioxidants and folate.
- Mind your numbers: Lose any extra pounds, lower your cholesterol if it is high, and keep your blood glucose and blood pressure under control.
- Get adequate sleep.
- Get proper medical attention and treatment for any underlying health problems.
Don't:
- Drink to excess, smoke, or use illicit drugs.
- Ignore sudden changes in mental status. However, don't be overly concerned about normal slips of memory such as forgetting names or where you put the keys.
- Put off going to the doctor if you notice changes in your physical or mental health.
- Overlook the possibility of drug interactions that can affect mental functioning, especially if you are taking more than one prescription medication.
- Become isolated in your home.
- Think you're too old to take up something new!
If you need to work on an area - start today. It is never too late.
For more information see The DANA Foundation
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