PITTSBURG —
The average weight of the adult brain is three pounds, about the size
of a medium head of cauliflower. But the value of the brain's amazing
capabilities lies in the billions of neurons (brain cells) and the
trillion synapses, which are the connections that occur between those
neurons. The complexity of the human brain surpasses the most
sophisticated computer.
Eighty to ninety percent of the physical growth of the human brain takes place by the age of three years old. The brain size continues to grow up into the twenties. After that adults begin to lose brain cells.
On a positive note research proves that the adult brain contains cells capable of dividing and building healthy new neurons. There are many things that adults can do to stimulate those brain cells and form new connections to kept the brain waves active.
People who engage in intellectually stimulating activities can sharpen their mental acuity and maintain it well into old age.
Three factors have been indentified as reasons some people have lifeline long mental sharpness.
Education seems to be formost in stimulating brain cell growth. Learning a new skill as you age keeps the brain challenged and active. Reading, traveling, playing word games and other mentally challenging activities throughout life is very beneficial.
Physical activity is very important for all parts of your body including the brain! The brain requires more oxygen than any other organ. It uses about 25 percent of all the oxygen taken in by the lungs. Regular physical activity provides the supply of oxygen-laden blood the brain needs.
Your emotional well-being is the third major factor which has been identified as a reason people maintain mental sharpness. Having a strong sense of purpose and meaning in life seems to be a key characteristic of people who thrive in their later years.
Contact with family and friends, community activities, good general health and relative financial comfort are helpful.
Eating a well balanced diet and drinking plenty of fluids to keep the body hydrated helps to keep the brain cells healthy and functioning well.
Get plenty of sleep to help brain functioning. Go easy on the amount of food eaten after dinner and avoid alcohol and caffeine before going to sleep. And going to bed at the same time every night will be helpful.
Understand what causes stress and eliminate or modify stressful situations in your life.
Try to do things that promote inner peace for you.
Keep a positive attitude and add humor to your life. Humor relives tension. Some experts say laughing is like jogging on the inside. A thankful attitude encourages physical, mental and spiritual well-being.
Just as physical activity keeps the body strong, mental activity keeps the mind sharp and agile. Regardless of age, an active brain can produce new neurons and connections that aid you in maintaining your brain capacity.
Eighty to ninety percent of the physical growth of the human brain takes place by the age of three years old. The brain size continues to grow up into the twenties. After that adults begin to lose brain cells.
On a positive note research proves that the adult brain contains cells capable of dividing and building healthy new neurons. There are many things that adults can do to stimulate those brain cells and form new connections to kept the brain waves active.
People who engage in intellectually stimulating activities can sharpen their mental acuity and maintain it well into old age.
Three factors have been indentified as reasons some people have lifeline long mental sharpness.
Education seems to be formost in stimulating brain cell growth. Learning a new skill as you age keeps the brain challenged and active. Reading, traveling, playing word games and other mentally challenging activities throughout life is very beneficial.
Physical activity is very important for all parts of your body including the brain! The brain requires more oxygen than any other organ. It uses about 25 percent of all the oxygen taken in by the lungs. Regular physical activity provides the supply of oxygen-laden blood the brain needs.
Your emotional well-being is the third major factor which has been identified as a reason people maintain mental sharpness. Having a strong sense of purpose and meaning in life seems to be a key characteristic of people who thrive in their later years.
Contact with family and friends, community activities, good general health and relative financial comfort are helpful.
Eating a well balanced diet and drinking plenty of fluids to keep the body hydrated helps to keep the brain cells healthy and functioning well.
Get plenty of sleep to help brain functioning. Go easy on the amount of food eaten after dinner and avoid alcohol and caffeine before going to sleep. And going to bed at the same time every night will be helpful.
Understand what causes stress and eliminate or modify stressful situations in your life.
Try to do things that promote inner peace for you.
Keep a positive attitude and add humor to your life. Humor relives tension. Some experts say laughing is like jogging on the inside. A thankful attitude encourages physical, mental and spiritual well-being.
Just as physical activity keeps the body strong, mental activity keeps the mind sharp and agile. Regardless of age, an active brain can produce new neurons and connections that aid you in maintaining your brain capacity.
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