Published on: 22 July 2022, 11:08 am IST
Your brain is the remote control of your body, and you ought to take care of it. A neurologist tells you 6 ways to keep brain healthy.
The brain is a complex organ with billions of neurons in it. It has a variety of complex networks, which contribute to the normal functioning of the body. This determines the way we behave, feel and see the world around us and respond to it. So, it is important to take care of yourself by following lifestyle tips to protect your brain.
Dysfunction of this complex network occurs in various conditions that affect the brain such as brain stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, and dementia. This may interest you : Dakota County jail plans to add units for medical, mental health.
Y Wang et al. (2020) defined brain health as ‘maintaining the integrity of the brain and mental and cognitive function at a given age in the absence of brain diseases that seriously affect brain function. In this way the brain, health, and efficiency are essential to the well-being of the individual, the well-being of his family and the progress of the nation.
Here are some ways to keep your brain healthy:
1. Physical exercise
Regular exercise is important to maintain brain function. It stimulates the brain, increases learning ability, and maintains mood. Discover the benefits of exercise for the brain.
2. Proper diet and nutrition
Having a proper diet rich in fruits and vegetables is important to maintain brain function and reduce oxidative damage to the brain. Read also : Executive Constantine, Mayor Harrell appoints an experienced leader as Director of Public Health. There are more nutrients than can improve your brain function.
3. Control the medical risks
Maintaining good blood pressure control, controlling blood sugar and cholesterol, reducing smoking and alcohol consumption, and regular check-ups also help keep the brain healthy. Read also : New Home Kidney Test Using Smartphone to Monitor Kidney Health.
4. Sufficient sleep and relaxation
Adequate sleep and adequate rest rejuvenates the brain and gives it energy for the next day. It also maintains a positive mood, reduces the risk of depression, and improves memory.
5. Mental fitness is important along with physical fitness
Mindfulness means engaging in activities that stimulate the brain. Solving puzzles, thinking about complex situations and using brainpower keep us mentally strong. Mental fitness reduces our chance of developing dementia again.
6. Social life is equally important for brain health
Having a social life, connecting with others and engaging in healthy and constructive conversations keeps the brain healthy. It also reduces the risk of depression.
As we continue to face new challenges such as climate change, war, hunger, pollution, new epidemics, maintaining brain health becomes essential in human life. The whole world also needs healthy and fit people, in order to progress, and reduce the burden of diseases.
This year’s theme for World Brain Day is ‘Brain Health For All’. If they are used properly around the world, it will go a long way in improving the lifestyles and lifestyles of people around the world.
Dr. Varun Reddy Gundluru Consultant Neurologist Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad