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AT A G L A N C E

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Stay Connected to Others
Make it a priority to spend time
with others. Remaining socially
active may help delay the onset
of dementia and decrease
the risk of depression,
studies suggest.

5

Diets that are high in fruits, vegetables,
whole grains and nuts-and low in red
meat, fat and sugar-may help reduce
the risk of dementia.

5

2

Ways to
Keep Your
Brain
Healthy as
You Age

Learn
Something New
SOURCES: ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION, NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON AGING

Eat Well

Keeping your
mind active-by
learning new skills,
playing games or
doing other mentally
stimulating activities-
may help make
your brain become
more adaptable
and compensate for
age-related changes.

Keep
Moving
Regular
cardiovascular
activity such as
brisk walking
helps increase
blood flow
to your brain. It
also helps lower
potential dementia risk factors
such as high
blood pressure,
diabetes and
high cholesterol.

Studies show that certain
lifestyle activities may help
reduce your risk of cognitive
decline. Plus, some of these
healthy habits are just
as beneficial for your body
as they are for your mind.

4

3

WHAT'S GOOD FOR YOUR HEART
IS GOOD FOR YOUR BRAIN
Researchers have discovered that many of the same risk factors for
heart disease-including smoking, obesity, diabetes, and high cholesterol
and blood pressure-can also increase your risk of dementia and cognitive decline. To keep both your heart and brain healthy, don't smoke,
maintain a healthy weight and take steps to keep your blood sugar,
cholesterol and blood pressure within recommended limits.

Get a Good
Night's Sleep
Not getting enough
shut-eye or sleeping poorly can
lead to problems
with memory and
concentration.

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