Experts provide 3 tips to prevent brain aging

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Our body is constantly aging. It's no secret to anyone, but if we put all our efforts into anti-aging skin care and eliminating wrinkles, we think much less about those parts of the body that are hidden from view. The brain ages perhaps faster than other organs: memory impairment and slowing down of cognitive processes can be observed as early as 30 years old, and then these processes will only become more serious. There is also good news: brain aging can be easily postponed if you follow basic rules. Below, the editorial staff of Baazar has told about three everyday habits that will help maintain the health and youth of the brain.

Try to get enough sleep

The most banal advice that can be given to a person with any problem is to establish a sleep schedule. However, when it comes to maintaining brain health, it is unlikely that you can think of anything more important that has a beneficial effect on memory. In addition, during sleep, the glial-lymphatic system in our body is cleansed. The brain gets rid of toxins (including those associated with the rapid development of Alzheimer's disease) by significantly expanding the space between brain cells. In short, the better your sleep schedule, the longer your brain will “serve” you – and this is a rule that cannot be changed.

Never stop learning

Another banal piece of advice, but there is no better activity for our brain than learning. In the process of learning information and skills, new neural connections are formed in the brain, which is also important for maintaining a good memory. It is precisely because of the lack of new information in older people, many of whom are sure that they have already learned everything in this life, that the brain often “fails” very quickly. You can learn anything: from Chinese to playing tennis. The main thing is that the receipt and processing of new information is continuous. Mastering creative skills will also help improve memory. Think about what you have always wanted to do. Master the technique of graphic drawing? Learn to work on a pottery wheel? Or maybe dance the tango? Any activities that involve receiving and processing new information will be suitable.

Take dietary supplements

The brain has a hard time working in the conditions of the modern rhythm of life. According to statistics, more than 25% (that’s one in four) of working adults around the world have at least once resorted to dietary supplements to improve brain function. Due to such high demand, a multitude of brain supplements have appeared on the market, and all of them promise almost instant and tangible effects. If you believe the latest research by Harvard scientists, only five supplements will really help you in this matter – three B vitamins – B6, B9 and B12, vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids. These substances stimulate the construction of membranes in brain cells, as well as prevent inflammatory reactions and reduce oxidative stress. According to statistics, a deficiency of these substances is associated with a higher risk of a sharp decline in cognitive abilities with age.