Boosting Cognitive Wellness

Cognitive wellness is vital for our well-being. It includes our ability to think, learn, remember, and make decisions. Maintaining a sharp and healthy mind is crucial for overall well-being and quality of life. Our fast-paced lifestyle, sitting all day, binge-watching, indulging in processed foods, and dealing with daily stress can harm our brain health.^[1,4]

Brain Boosting Mantra^[2,3,5]

• 1. Regular Exercise: Exercise boosts brain health by increasing blood flow, delivering oxygen and nutrients, and releasing neurotransmitters that support memory and learning.
• 2. Balanced Diet: With Vitamin- K, E, omega-3s & DHA containing food like fish, nuts like - almonds, walnuts, pistachio, berries, leafy greens, whole grains etc., is crucial for brain health.
• 3. Mental stimulation: With stress management, mental exercises like puzzles or learning a new skill - keep your brain young and active.
• 4. Meditation: Meditation & pranayama help to calm down and improve mental powers.
• 5. Reduce addiction: Limit tobacco & alcohol intake to stay healthy.
• 6. Rest-n-reboot: Sleep enough to refresh your mind daily.
• 7. Limit Screen Time: Reduce excessive screen time, esp. before bedtime, to reduce mental fatigue.

• 8. Getting positive by:

  • a. Indulging in positive social interaction with friends and family
  • b. Practicing mindfulness, journaling, and gratitude can enhance cognitive abilities.
    

Take a comprehensive approach to boost your cognitive wellness, physical health, and mental well-being, leading to a healthier and happier life. 

Remember that small, consistent steps toward positive changes can significantly impact your overall health including your brain!

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