A very simple way to improve brain function is exercise. We all know it's good for our bodies but research suggests it's actually good for our brains as well. Exercise can improve memory, concentration, and abstract reasoning and may actually delay the onset of dementia in some older adults. The reason is exercise improves circulation throughout the body (yes, your brain is part of your body!) which nourishes neurons or brain cells and helps them to work better. One study showed that exercise encourages the growth of new neurons or brain cells in the hippocampus, the part of the brain responsible for memory and new learning.
So the next time you want to do something good for your brain -- take a walk!
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