"Many people feel overwhelmed by wellness trends and high-priced tools promising better brain function. Most people I meet want to protect their brain and be sharper-but feel unsure where to start or what truly makes a difference. I am always happy to let them know that the research from the past few years consistently shows that the most impactful brain-health practices are simple, inexpensive, and easy to incorporate into daily life."
"As a neurologist, neuroscientist, and professor, I have had more than 30 years of experience in studying the brain, and what I find the most amazing about our brain is how easily it can change with simple things like what we eat, how much we stress, how well we sleep, and how often we smile. This unique capacity of our brain is called neuroplasticity."
"We now having compelling evidence that show your brain can shrink or grow with your daily habits. Even brief changes in your routine such as how much you exercise can influence your neural circuits, the biology and vitality of your brain, and how resilient your thinking remains as you age. Your brain is like a garden. If you take care of it every day, it will flourish and blossom."
The brain remains highly malleable throughout life, and neuroplasticity allows structural and functional changes in response to daily habits. Simple lifestyle choices such as diet, stress management, quality sleep, social connection, and regular exercise can strengthen neural circuits and improve memory, focus, and problem solving. Regular physical activity is one of the strongest predictors of healthy brain aging and supports executive function, processing speed, and memory across the lifespan. Brief changes in routine can influence brain biology and resilience. Consistent application of these practices can preserve cognitive vitality and help individuals become brain super-agers.
Read at Psychology Today
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