Brain Health

The brain is the most complex organ in the human body. It is the body's control system that impacts every aspect of life. It is never too early to start improving your brain health.

What is brain health?

Brain health is important at all ages!

Brain health is the state of brain functioning across cognitive, sensory, social-emotional, behavioral, and motor domains.  It allows a person to realize their full potential over the life course. Many factors influence how our brains develop and adapt which contributes to the overall health of our brains. There are preventive strategies that can help to reduce the risk of conditions that can affect the brain and impair brain functioning (like Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias). Talking to your healthcare provider about ways to keep your brain healthy at any age is important.

Check out some ways to improve your brain health below by engaging in a healthy lifestyle!

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What is a healthy lifestyle?

A healthy lifestyle is a way in which a person lives and includes choosing habits and behaviors to improve a person's overall health and well-being. Healthy behaviors learned early in life are more likely to be maintained during adulthood. However, healthy behaviors incorporated at any age can profoundly impact brain health. The strategies below may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias and promote brain health before symptoms develop.

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Healthy Lifestyle Choices

Avoid Alcohol Misuse
Concussions and Helmet Safety
Eat Healthy
Get Enough Sleep and Relaxation
Manage and Prevent Chronic Disease
Manage Your Mental Health
Protect Your Hearing
Quit Smoking and Vaping
Reduce Exposure to Unhealthy Air
Stay Engaged and Connected
Stay Physically Active
Weight Management

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