science about how to keep your brain sharp while getting older

According to a recent study, experiencing a mental-health issues in midlife might accelerate your aging. The study observed 1.037 participants born in 1972-73 in New Zealand. The investigated health issues were anxiety, depression, substance abuse and schizophrenia.

We know that one of the pillars of healthy brain while aging is to stay physically active. But does it work two ways? Can brain disorders early in life cause the problems with physical health later on?

First of all, what are emotional support animals? These animals are neither household pets nor therapy service animals. They don’t need formal training or certification but are recognized by a (mental) healthcare professional as therapeutically needed for a person with a health or mental health condition.

According to a recent large study, people with depression have higher levels of inflammation in their bodies than those without depression, regardless of genetics, environmental aspects, medical history or unhealthy lifestyle choices.

We know that magnesium, B vitamins, green tea and rhodiola extracts on their own help relieve stress and anxiety. But what happens if they are combined? Will they enhance each other in their effect?

How can you maintain your brain health while getting older? You know already the answer: through lifestyle. A healthy diet, limited alcohol intake, moderate exercise, no smoking, good quality sleep, and stress-reducing practices will keep your body in balance, reducing risk factors for brain disorders, including Alzheimer.

We know that mental stress has a negative effect on our body, in particular on our blood vessels. If you are under stress, your heart rate together with your blood pressure immediatly go up, and the function of your blood vessels is temporary impaired. That is why too much stress in your life significantly increases […]

We already know that exercise is one of the most effective methods for improving sleep quality. It reduces the amount of time you need to fall asleep and it increases the power of brain waves during deep sleep, which is essential for your mental health and physical wellbeing.

Many people believe that smoking helps to cope with stress and to strengthen social connections. A recent study aimed to back-up these beliefs. It summarized evidence from 102 observational studies involving over 169.500 people to find a relation between stopping smoking and mental health. The conclusions were the opposite.

Changes in our lifestyle can help to improve our physical performance. But what about lifestyle changes to influence our mental state and to prevent anxiety and depression?

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