Life Style PARK PLACE OF ST. JOHN
The Curious Mind – Brain Matters Tips Senior Fitness with Symbria
y Build friendships, be forgiving, develop hobbies—do not retire; instead refocus and redeploy y Practice smart eating habits and nutrition through healthy food choices and moderation y Engage daily in mental stimulation and problem solving y Align with your inner spirituality through prayer or meditation y Consider crafts, music, reading, puzzles, or games y Strive to learn something new every day, then tell someone so they benefit too y Limit passive stimulus like TV watching unless actively engaged (such as game shows or the History or Discovery Channel, which encourage learning) y Maintain your curiosity by asking questions to gain deeper knowledge y Take time to help others
Lessen the risk by managing the treatable causes of memory issues: y Practice self-care and stress management y Understand medications and interactions and discuss with your doctor y Only drink alcohol in moderation, if at all y Have your physician check for Vitamin B deficiency or hypothyroidism y Practice the art of restorative sleep and utilize a CPAP if you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea Incorporate these brain-training techniques: y Stay socially and intellectually engaged through connections and lifelong learning y Diversify daily routines to challenge memory and stay focused and engaged y Engage in physical activity several times a week, even just taking a walk. Research shows cardiovascular exercise creates new brain cells and provides the brain with oxygen
Sources: National Institute on Aging, CDC, Mayo Clinic
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