| | Public libraries: Your local brain health resource Think libraries are just for bookworms? Think again! Public libraries are treasure troves for keeping your mind sharp and your brain healthy. Here are five ideas for using your library to stretch your mind. Learn more. |
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How to protect your brain before, during, and after menopause Menopause is a normal part of aging, but it can adversely affect memory, thinking, mood, and more. Find out what you can do to offset these changes. Learn more. |
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Sitting too much may be a risk factor for Alzheimer’s A new study has shown that being more sedentary (by sitting or lying down during the day) shrinks parts of the brain related to Alzheimer’s. That was true even among people who exercised regularly. Learn more. |
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Hevin help us! An intriguing new study from scientists in Brazil highlights the potential role of hevin—a protein secreted by brain cells called “astrocytes”—in cognitive health. Their preliminary research, conducted on mice, may suggest a new direction in supporting cognitive function, even when the brain has the physical hallmarks of dementia. Learn more. |
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What might your pulse say about your cognitive health? A recent study measured pulse rate during sleep for more than 500 older adults, and compared their pulse activity to cognitive function over time. What they found might surprise you: a pulse that was more consistent was associated with more cognitive decline. Why might that be? Learn more. |
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Want to amplify your BrainHQ experience? BrainHQ subscribers: Did you know that we offer a $99 brain health class that teaches you about the brain, and how to make the most of BrainHQ? It’s called “The Fundamentals of Brain Health,” and it’s a 10-week class that meets once a week. As Lynette, a graduate of the class, says: “I learned about the brain and its functions, and how BrainHQ created their exercises based on this science. Learning about all of the neural connections and how they all work together was neat, and the BrainHQ coach was extremely helpful in teaching me how to utilize BrainHQ to the fullest.” Learn more about the class and how to sign up! Not a BrainHQ subscriber? Subscribe now and add the class during checkout! |
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