Six habits that age your brain prematurely

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Six common habits that can contribute to the premature aging of your brain include lack of sleep, frequent consumption of junk food, a monotonous routine, lack of exercise, alcohol consumption, and limited social interaction. These everyday behaviors are linked to cognitive decline and increased risk of neurodegenerative diseases. By addressing these habits and adopting healthier lifestyle choices, you can help protect your brain and maintain cognitive function as you age.

Source

Sáiz-Vázquez O, Gracia-García P, Ubillos-Landa S, Puente-Martínez A, Casado-Yusta S, Olaya B, Santabárbara J. Depression as a Risk Factor for Alzheimer's Disease: A Systematic Review of Longitudinal Meta-Analyses. J Clin Med. 2021 Apr 21;10(9):1809. doi: 10.3390/jcm10091809. PMID: 33919227; PMCID: PMC8122638.

Additional Reading

https://betterreport.com/habits-aging-your-brain/

https://www.cedars-sinai.org/newsroom/huffpost-6-seemingly-harmless-habits-that-are-prematurely-aging-your-brain/

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/habits-age-brain-health_l_65c65fe8e4b069b665df5e3d

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