Happy New Year!
New year, new you!
That's what many of us attempt to do.
In recognition of that, here is a list of activities / things that are helpful for your brain, and a list that can cause adverse effects on your brain.
Brain Gains:
exercise
healthy diet
healthy bowel / gut
meditation / yoga / tai chi
mental exercises
gratitude lists / journaling
learning new tasks
oral health
water intake
vitamin D
vitamin B and Magnesium
massage / acupuncture / vibration
intermittent fasting
healthy sleep hygiene
humor / laughter
low light therapy
hearing aids
social engagement
essential oils
volunteering
music
Brain drains:
regular exposure to molds
heavy metals
Lyme disease
stress
surgery with anesthesia
withdrawal / not being social
poor sense of smell
constipation
untreated hearing loss
hospitalizations
pesticides
rural / well water exposure
melanoma
head injury
alcohol / drugs
chemo
excess weight
smoking
diabetes
menopause
depression
high blood pressure
What do you think of this list?
Do you agree with everything?
I think intermittent fasting can be beneficial, but for some people with certain chronic health issues it can cause problems.
What brain gains have you incorporated into your life?
Which ones can you add, or improve upon?
There are several that I need to do better with:
oral health
water intake
And I'd like to do more meditation.
librarianintx
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