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Neuroplasticity
The key to resilient aging is improving neurogenesis, the birth of new neurons.
This activity occurs in the hippocampus, the part of the brain that lays down memories. And we respond to and store new experiences every day, and cement them during sleep. The more we can experience new activities, people, places, and emotions, the more likely we are to encourage neurogenesis.
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Lifestyle choices influence how you age
Adopting specific lifestyle behaviors can have a tangible effect on how well you age: activities like learning a new language, playing a musical instrument, taking part in aerobic exercise, and developing meaningful social relationships, can do wonders for your brain.
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Aging process and cognitive decline
As time passes, there is a build-up of toxins in the brain that correlate to the aging process of cognitive decline. Although this is a natural part of growing older, many factors can exacerbate it. Stress, neurotoxins such as alcohol and lack of (quality and quantity) sleep can speed up the p...
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To avoid cognitive decline
- Get your heart rate up: Aim to do aerobic exercise for 150 minutes per week;
- Change your eating patterns: Evidence shows that calorie restriction, intermittent fasting, and time-restricted eating are beneficial for the brain;
- Prioritize sleep: Aim for 7-9...
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Neurogenesis vs Neuroplasticity
- Neurogenesis - is the process of which new neurons/brain cells grow in the brain;
- Neuroplasticity - refers to the existing neurons and the new neurons grow and form different connections with each other. It shapes who we are.
What is neurogenesis?
When new neurons are born from stem cells within the brain, which can then form new circuits. Neurogenesis surprisingly only happens in a few areas in the brain. One area is the hippocampus which needs a lot of new neurons because it encodes
Factors that can influence neuroplasticity
First of all, it’s best to have an enriching environment that challenges the mind. Second of all, it’s known that moderate exercise also favors neuroplasticity. On the other hand, old age, chronic stress, and certain blood components seem to impair it. Neurogenesis in the hippocampus can ...
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