Brain Health and Longevity
01. Introduction
As we grow older, concerns about aging and its associated health issues become more prevalent. One major concern is Alzheimer's disease, a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. While there is no cure, taking steps to slow down aging can reduce your risk.
In this edition of Inside Longevity, we'll cover the key aspects of keeping our brains sharp and healthy.
02. The Brain as We Age
As we age, our brain's volume decreases, starting in our 30s and 40s and accelerating around age 60. The frontal cortex and hippocampus are most affected, leading to increased forgetfulness and trouble remembering names and faces.
So, how can we protect our brain? How can we preserve our mental agility, thinking skills, and memories for longer? We’ve developed a guide to help you maintain your brain’s health for as long as possible.
03. Healthy Food, Healthy Brain
Your brain needs large amounts of nutrients to function well. Eating blue and red fruits, leafy greens, and dark chocolate may help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s and improve overall brain health.?
Curious about the best foods to keep your brain sharp? Dive into our comprehensive list of brain-boosting foods.
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04. Take Good Care of Your Sleep
Not having enough high-quality sleep is associated with accelerated aging and increases the risk of various diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and depression. To improve sleep, maintain a consistent schedule, sleep for eight hours, and walk outside for 20 minutes in the morning.
Want to improve your sleep and boost your brain health? Explore our other top tips for better sleep.
05. Create a Lifestyle That Lasts with NOVOS Life
NOVOS Life is more than a health app — it's a longevity coach to optimize your lifestyle. Its AI-based biological age clock is more accurate than most blood-based epigenetic tests, and it’s 100% free! Using data from over 47,000 people aged 18-80+, it helps you understand and manage the factors affecting your aging process.
With NOVOS Life, we are a step closer to realizing our mission of making longevity accessible and achievable by all!