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"If you don't use it, it gets worse"...6 ways to keep your brain young.

"If you don't use it, it gets worse"...6 ways to keep your brain young.

Reporter Kwon Soon-il (kstt77@kormedi.com)
 
 
The brain is constantly evolving. Research suggests that depending on how it's used, it's constantly being modified, reshaped, improved, or even deteriorated. Ultimately, if left unused, the brain's remarkable functions will be lost before it can be utilized. In this regard, we explored ways to maintain a healthy brain, drawing on data from the American health and medical media outlet "Everyday Health."

Exercise regularly

 

As we age, brain cell production slows and brain tissue gradually shrinks. However, regular exercise can reverse this aging process. Studies have shown that regular exercise significantly increases brain tissue growth by increasing blood flow to the brain, increasing oxygen supply.

 

Eat fish often

 

It's recommended to eat fish at least twice a week. Vegetarians can take fish oil supplements. Studies have shown that people who eat fish frequently have improved intelligence in areas like language and spatial visualization. The beneficial oils found in fish are known to increase blood flow to the brain, similar to exercise.

Fighting inflammation

 

When the body becomes inflamed, toxins, infections, and harmful oxygen species are also produced. Studies have shown that any type of inflammation has been linked to lower intelligence levels by negatively impacting mental function. Omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants found in foods have anti-inflammatory properties.

 

meditation

 

Modern people live their lives, driven by hectic schedules that leave them no time to breathe. The constant stream of thoughts and worries that fill their minds can affect their cognitive abilities and other brain functions. Meditation is one of the oldest methods for revitalizing the mind and enhancing cognitive function.

By practicing meditation, including quiet, focused breathing techniques, you can free yourself from various activities and thoughts. Regular meditation can help you achieve a state of deep peace, which can improve brain functions like concentration and memory.

 

Stress relief

 

According to a research team at the University of California, repeated stress causes shrinkage in the hippocampus, a region of the brain involved in long-term memory. Furthermore, to maintain a sharp mind, it's crucial to combat stress-induced aging.

To prevent stress-related aging, it's important to create stress "disruptors" in your daily life. For example, consider taking a five-minute break once a day, doing absolutely nothing but calming your mind.

 

brain exercise

 

Like other body parts, the brain needs exercise to stay healthy. Solving challenging but engaging puzzles like crossword puzzles or Sudoku, or reading books, can increase brain power.

 

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Because you see actress Oh Yeon-soo.

Buy a Sudoku book directly, not a mobile phone

 

They say they do it every day.

They say it's good for brain exercise.

 

Put your phone away and buy a book

That's also a way...

 

Counting numbers...reading signs along the walk

They say it's good for brain exercise.

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