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Manage Stress

High Blood Pressure May Be Risk for Dementia

High blood pressure may put you at risk for cognitive decline and dementia

Engage Your Brain

The Power of Music for the Brain

Learn how music can boost your mood and brain health and find out why it's so powerful

Manage Stress

The Surprising Brain Benefits of Tai Chi

Learn how tai chi can improve cognitive function and support brain health

Ongoing Exercise

The Benefits of Dance for Brain Health

Improve focus and navigational skills with dance classes and support your brain health

Manage Stress

Would You Rather: Staycation or Vacation?

Discover the pros and cons of staycations and vacations to decide what's best for you

Eat Right

Vitamin D and Your Brain's Health

Learn how vitamin D affects your brain and how to get enough

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Seth Rogen on Alzheimer's Care and Support

Get tips from Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen on supporting loved ones with Alzheimer’s

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Brain Health Strategies for Your 40s

Learn how to keep your brain healthy as you age with simple lifestyle changes

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Why Some Older Adults Have a Better Memory

Learn about factors that affect memory in older adults and the impact on cognitive health

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Deep Listening for Emotional Well-Being

Explore the emotional benefits of truly listening to music and get tips for the practice

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Support Brain Health in Your 50s

Learn how daily habits can impact your brain health and cognitive function as you age

Manage Stress

Relieve Stress With Bird Watching

Spending time outside and watching birds can reduce anxiety and increase calm

Ongoing Exercise

Exercise Indoors Without a Trip to the Gym

Reduce stress and stay healthy with simple indoor exercises that can be done at home

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Try Flower Arranging to Keep Your Brain Active

Creating a beautiful bouquet can do more than tickle your senses

Restorative Sleep

A Body Scan Meditation to Help You Sleep

Explore this guided meditation to calm your body and bring mindful curiosity

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Ongoing Exercise

Link Between Aerobic Exercise and Memory

Support brain function and overall cognitive well-being with regular aerobic exercise

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Visual Cues to Manage Medications

These simple tricks will help you remember to take your pills each day

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Brain Health After the Age of 65

Learn how lifestyle and mental stimulation can support brain health in older age

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Bolster Brain Health in Your 30s

Learn how to maintain and improve cognitive function during this pivotal decade

Eat Right

Coenzyme NAD Brain Benefits Unproven

Learn about the potential benefits and limitations of nicotinamide riboside supplements

Ongoing Exercise

Exercise Helps Support Memory and Blood Flow

Working out nurtures the hippocampus and helps make the brain resilient

Eat Right

Spilling the Beans on Coffee and Brain Health

Caffeine may help protect long-term memory, but has some downsides

Engage Your Brain

6 Habits to Support Your Brain Health

Your daily life can have a big impact on your memory and mental skills

Be Social

The Health Benefits of Being With Pets

Learn how pets can improve your health and well-being in surprising ways

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