While challenging our brains is essential to delay cognitive decline and lower the risk of developing dementia, it can also be fun.
It’s never too soon to learn new skills and adopt lifestyle changes that help keep your brain sharp. And for the estimated
People with uncontrolled high blood pressure, untreated depression, unmanaged diabetes, a smoking habit or a sedentary lifestyle increase their risk of cognitive decline, she says. Despite these various genetic factors or conditions, however, research shows that challenging our brains can delay cognitive decline and lower the risk of developing dementia.And sure, doing crossword puzzles or playing strategic games like chess and bridge are undoubtedly good for your brain.
Start with something social, Fredericks says, and if it also challenges your brain or involves moving your body, all the better. Dancing with a partner, for example, during which you must follow both the music and another person, provides triple the benefits. When people have conditions that damage the heart and blood vessels, their risk of developing Alzheimer’s orappears to increase as well, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. These include untreated heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes and high cholesterol.
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