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Not into the Mediterranean diet? Explore heritage eating patterns from Asia, Africa and Latin America linked to supporting brain health.

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Take the Cognitive Assessment and Lifestyle Check-Ins

Now AARP members and all users with an aarp.org account have access to the Cognitive Assessment, Lifestyle Check-Ins and Additional Tests for no additional cost. And you can retake the assessment every 30 days!

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Brain Teaser

Challenge Your Cognitive Know-How!

Which stage of life often brings hormonal changes that can affect memory and focus?

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High Blood Pressure May Raise Dementia Risk

Lowering your numbers may reduce your risk of cognitive decline

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Cognitive Testing: What You Should Know

Learn what each evaluation measures and when deeper testing may help

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Treating Depression May Reduce Dementia Risk

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How Smoking Affects Dementia Risk

Learn how staying present and watching your thoughts — rather than reacting — can ease stress

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Building Brain-Healthy Eating Habits

Learn how the food you eat affects your brain. We make it easy for you to prep delicious, good-for-you meals that support your well-being.

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Hidden Dangers of Too Much Sitting

Find out how excessive sitting affects your health and what you can do

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Do Experts Recommend Coenzyme Q10?

Explore the science behind coenzyme Q10's impact on brain health

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Game Night for Good Times and Brain Health

Ditch screens, gather your loved ones and enjoy some good old-fashioned fun

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Restorative Sleep

Skip the Hard Workouts Before Bedtime

Minor adjustments to your schedule could help you sleep better

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Racquet Sports for Healthier Aging

Improve your body and mind with racquet sports like pickleball and tennis

Engage Your Brain

Enhance Your Walks With Nature Exploration

Make your next outdoor walk more meaningful by observing and identifying

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Balance Exercises for Brain Health

How balance movements may help brain health and cognitive function

Be Social

Social Connections Enhance Brain Health

Explore the link between social relationships and cognitive well-being

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Healthy Lifestyle May Help Slow Mental Decline

How the pillars of brain health and lifestyle changes support your health

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The Benefits of Dance for Brain Health

Improve focus and navigational skills with dance classes

Manage Stress

Declutter Your Home to Calm Your Mind

Too many belongings in your living space can undermine your well-being

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Get Moving to Help Support Memory

Aerobic exercise can benefit your brain health as well as your body

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Engage Your Brain

Memorize a Masterpiece for Brain Health

Challenge your brain by learning a favorite verse by heart

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Yoga With Denise Austin: Dancer Pose

Try this yoga pose with guidance to improve your balance and stability

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Learn New Skills and Stay Engaged

Discover how to keep your mind active with classes and new experiences

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Fit Short Bouts of Exercise Into Your Day

Pair exercise with daily tasks to reach 30 minutes

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Legal Disclaimer: Staying Sharp, including all content and features, is offered for informational purposes and to educate users on brain health care and medical issues that may affect their daily lives. Staying Sharp is based on a holistic, lifestyle approach to brain health that encourages users to incorporate into their daily lives activities that are associated with general wellness. Nothing in the service should be considered, or used as a substitute for, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Features including the Cognitive Assessment and Lifestyle Check-Ins, Additional Tests, exercises, and challenges assess performance at a particular moment in time on certain discrete cognitive tasks. Staying Sharp games are intended for entertainment and recreational purposes only. Various factors may affect performance, including sleep, tiredness, focus, and other social, environmental, or emotional factors. Performance is not indicative of cognitive health and not predictive of future performance or medical conditions.

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