There are many exercises and activities that may protect the brain from early degeneration. Neuroplasticity is the ability of the neurons in the brain to regenerate. Stem cells can migrate to damaged areas and repair the brain. The following list are just some of the ways that may improve your memory and cognitive function: earning a new language, listening to new music, learning a new sport or movement, playing a musical instrument, working on problem solving and puzzles, reading, attempting to keep up with technological advances, trying new food, reading, meditating, and keeping physically active.
You may think of the brain as a muscle. New stimuli will produce a new response and an adaptation response. Challenge yourself by avoiding regular routines and taking risks. There are endless ways to stimulate your brain differently. You can try learning a task with the opposite hand. Boxing is a good activity that forces you to use your non-dominant hand. Don’t rely on calculators and spell check. The old adage applies to optimal brain function, “if you don’t use it, you lose it”.
