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What Seniors Can Do to Keep Their Minds Sharp

One of the fears many of us face as we age is losing our memories. And though the number of seniors living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia continues to increase, there are activities that can be pursued to help us preserve our memories and decrease our inability to recall things of importance.

Read on for some suggestions on what can be done to help keep our minds and memories sharp.

Can Dancing Prevent Alzheimer's Disease

The answer to the title, depending on the source you consult, is “yes” or “perhaps, but we need further research.” However, growing evidence supports the ability of dance to positively affect cognitive function. 

5 Ways to Keep Your Memory Sharp

A slow, cognitive decline in your memory can be expected as you age. There are also other causes, including medications, lack of sleep and depression, to consider. However, there are steps that can be taken to help your brain retain, or even improve, its ability to function. 

Playing Games to Keep Your Mind Sharp

If you were asked to picture someone playing a video game, you would probably envision a teenager with a controller clutched in his hands, leaning forward and staring intently at a screen.

How Sleep Keeps Your Mind Sharp

Why do we spend approximately one-third of our lives asleep? Couldn’t we accomplish a lot more if we skipped those recommended seven to eight hours of sleep every night?

10 Tips for a Healthy Brain and Decreased Work Stress

Stress manifests differently for each of us. While common symptoms include muscle strain, headaches, digestive problems, sleeplessness, difficulty concentrating, worry and even depression, the triggers for stress are highly individualized.