Today I want to share with you tips on how to keep the most important muscle in our body healthy – our brain.
With the new year upon us and most of us trying to be healthier, I find there are so many facets to this holy grail of life -i.e living a long and healthy lifestyle.
It’s not just one thing, or two, or even three things we can do to live a long and healthy productive life. As is proven time and time again in many research studies conducted over the decades it’s a multitude of actions we can take such as exercise, eat healthy, and social interactions that contribute to a long term happy, productive and hopeful life. So lets’ start with how we can keep the most important muscle in our body healthy – our brain.
Memory fades as we age. But it doesn’t have to by Dr. Sanjay Gupta. CNN
Prescription for fighting off dimentia on CBS.com
The basic truth about the brain
According to Dr. Sanjay Gupta a neurologist and contributing writer for CNN Health, unlike most other organs in the body our brains are not pre-disposed to wither away, lose power, or become forgetful.
“Memories make us feel alive, capable and valuable. They help us feel comfortable with our surroundings, connect the past with the present, and provide a framework for the future.” Dr. Sanjay Gupta
Until recently, we used to think the brain was largely fixed with a certain number of brain cells, and as the years wear on, the neurons die off, the networks dim, and things like memory and processing speed take a hit. But what all the new research is showing is that there are ways to keep our mind sharp, current, and positive.
There are simple steps that we can take to keep our brain healthy that ages well as we get older. Here is a look at the easiest of tasks that help our brains stay healthy till our ripe old age.
Restorative sleep and exercise are important for a healthy brain
Exercise and sleep are the easiest brain medicine we can get that is completely in our control.
Sleep keeps our memories in order, while exercise releases substances in the brain that act like a fertilizer on brain cells that helps their growth and survival. This allows us to continually learn new skills and explore new hobbies that are stimulating and rewarding.
Social interaction is key to better brain health
Recent findings in science has shown that the strength of our relationships is much more essential to our health especially our brain than previously thought. This is even more true as we get older.
As stories and memories get shared and retold over time to friends and family, any and all social interactions help the brain stay connected to information and memories.
Take the time to call a friend or family member and catch up on the days events. Take a leisurely walk with a walking buddy over conversation. Have a friend over for tea. Basically socialize more 😘👩❤️💋👩.
Healthy diet equals healthy brain
As we’ve heard time and time again, the formula for a healthy brain is the same as the rest of our body – eat whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, more vegetables and fruits; eat less red meat and processed foods.



Berries to the rescue
Accordingly to Dr. Gupta one fruit in particular does wonders for brain health – berries! Berries are some of the best foods to add to our diet for overall health especially brain health. Any berries you ask? Yup, just about any berry.


Follow the SHARP dietary protocol
SHARP diet in a nutshell are five healthy habits that keep our body including our brain healthy. Slash Sugar; Hydrate (even being dehydrated a few ounces can affect cognition); Add More Omega-3 fatty acids from foods like cold-water fish, nuts, and seeds; Reduce Food Portion; and Plan Ahead.
a great read – very useful info! thanks 🙂
Thanks Joji,happy to hear you found this informative 😘
Very informative post! Your pictures help to understand the information better.
Thanks you kalpana!
You are welcome Basanthi I do so love taking photos 😀
This subject is very close to my heart . Dementia and Alzheimers are the Main Concerns of Ageing. Nutrition has a key role in Aiding Memory . Walnuts and Almonds should be included in every Diet . Walnuts are rich in Antioxidants and Omega3 . Kale is also great for arresting age related decline in Memory Power. ,Simply playing Crossword Puzzles or other Word Games also help . Listening to Mmusic or Reading Books … do improve memory . Above all, taking Long Walks and Meditating while walking is a Source we must all tp on .Finally , attending Community Events or even attending private parties and mingling with others is a Good Practice . Folks : Believe it or not , chanting Sri Lalitha Shasaranamam has helped me personally a lot .
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Thank you for all your tips and wisdom!
Very informative and inspirational! Thank you for your pearls of wisdom… Always appreciated!🙏🏽🥰
Glad you found this article helpful Rose 😍
All good tips!
Thank you for the information in this post. I find it very interesting. e need to take care of our brains.