Taking care of your brain shouldn't be the sole domain of scientists and doctors. Every day, without even realizing it, we adopt habits that can either boost our cognitive health or gradually deteriorate it. Experts are warning about four major silent threats that affect millions of people, often without their knowledge – and most of us are exposed to them daily.
A recent book sheds light on these seemingly innocuous routines that accelerate cognitive aging, decrease concentration, and increase the risk of diseases like Alzheimer's. Fortunately, it also offers concrete solutions to counteract these harmful effects and strengthen your brain right now.
1. Sedentary lifestyle: a silent neuronal disruptor
Sitting for long periods reduces brain oxygenation and weakens communication between neurons. Inactivity decreases the production of chemicals essential for memory and causes inflammation. Even short breaks—walking, stretching, standing up—can help activate the brain's repair mechanisms.
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