
Foreign neuropsychologist John Randolph presented 3 keys to brain health. One of them is getting enough physical activity.
“As a clinical neuropsychologist and brain health consultant, I consider various evidence-based strategies that maximize the performance of the central nervous system's main organ. My goal is to show effective ways, not to rely on unverified data," said John Randolph.
The first key is regular exercise, which has a powerful effect on brain function. It has been proven that people who exercise at a moderate pace for at least 20-30 minutes a day have better cognitive abilities, such as attention, memory and executive functioning. Activity helps strengthen the cells of the main organ of the central nervous system in areas such as the hippocampus and frontal lobe. It is important that it is never too late to make life more active.
Another key factor is social communication and engagement, which helps people feel connected to others. Men and women who communicate more often have stronger cognitive skills and are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease. Another plus is a reduction in stress.
The third key is mental activity, which includes reading, solving crossword puzzles, playing a musical instrument, and doing complex work. The bottom line is that the more mentally busy a person is, the more likely it is that their brain health will be better in their 50s, 60s, and beyond.