20 PINELLAS MEDICAL GUIDE
Sunday, November 1, 2020
Tampa Bay Times Special Advertising Section
Tips for a Healthy Brain Steve Wilson, Times Correspondent Mental health should be everyone’s concern. And while the science is evolving, and evidence points to the idea that we can push back on cognitive decline, how can we achieve the quality of life that so often eludes us, especially as we grow older? There’s general agreement among health care professionals that a healthy body promotes a healthy mind, but we live in a tainted world, filled with toxic pollutants, viruses, illnesses and disease, as well as other variables that conspire to rob us of our well-intentioned goals. Fortunately, healthy habits can largely overcome these obstacles and help us achieve the maximum results for both brain and body. Here are a few ideas to get you started: • Exercise - There’s little doubt that
regular exercise that increases heart rate and blood flow is beneficial. Not surprisingly, studies have shown a link between physical fitness and a reduced risk of cognitive function. • Be heart-healthy - High blood pressure and obesity can impair and impact cognitive health, so take steps to avoid those risk factors! And if you smoke, quit now. • Treat mental health concerns accordingly - If you’re suffering from depression or anxiety, seek help. There are studies linking those symptoms with an increased risk of cognitive decline. • Eat right! - A balanced, healthy diet can help to reduce the chance that your brain and body will be affected by illness or disease. The right amount of
fatty foods, fruits and vegetables can help reduce your risk. • Play brain games! - A challenged brain is a healthy brain. Engage in activities that exercise the mind; do a puzzle, read a book, play a game, anything that gets your brain cells moving. Keep the gray matter activated! If you’re starting to see symptoms like debilitating memory loss, extreme confusion, or the inability to complete familiar, daily tasks, you should talk to your doctor. There’s nothing wrong with asking for help, and until you’ve been evaluated by a health care professional, you could be risking the best years of your life. Remember, what you do today will help determine how healthy you are tomorrow.
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