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Keep Sharp
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Keep Sharp

Build a Better Brain at Any Age

Simon & Schuster, 2021 mais...


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8

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Many people fear losing mental acuity as they age. Yet dementia is not an inevitable consequence of aging. Synthesizing numerous scientific studies and providing real-life examples, neurosurgeon Sanjay Gupta describes in layperson’s terms how healthy brains function, how they deteriorate and what you can do to enhance your odds of staying sharp. It’s never too early to begin applying Gupta’s formula for brain health: Physical exercise plus mental exercise plus rest plus a healthy diet plus worthy relationships equals enhanced odds of maintaining sound brain function into your 70s, 80s and beyond.

Take-Aways

  • Memory is a complex, critical function that helps improve brain health.
  • Eight theories seek to explain the decline in brain function.
  • Certain habits help maintain brain health; embrace them early in life.

About the Author

Neurosurgeon Sanjay Gupta is a New York Times best-selling author and chief medical correspondent for CNN.


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