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Learn how a traumatic brain injury from hitting your head can raise your dementia risk — and what steps can help protect your brain as you age.

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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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Which type of relationship can help support brain health?

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Understand how chronic stress impacts your physical and mental well-being as you age

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Do a 5-Minute Body Scan Meditation to Relax

Be in the present — by paying attention to physical sensations

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Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Stress?

Test your knowledge of habits that can help keep your mind and body calm

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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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Start a Daily Salad Habit for Better Brain Health

A simple way to boost nutrition and support brain health

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Keep these filling, nutritious foods within reach

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Cycling May Help Keep Your Mind in Gear

Cycling offers accessible benefits and may support brain health

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Darken Your Bedroom for Better Sleep

Blocking light may help your body stay on a healthy sleep cycle

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Is All-or-Nothing Thinking Hurting Your Fitness?

Rigid ideas about exercise can make it harder to stick to your goals

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Eating Enough Protein? Here’s the Right Amount

Learn why protein is essential to maintain health as you age

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How Type 2 Diabetes Raises Your Dementia Risk

Controlling your blood sugar levels may help prevent cognitive decline

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Volunteering for a Healthier Brain

How giving back can improve your mental well-being and reduce stress

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Cultivate Gratitude With Journaling

Start a journal to focus on the good things in your life

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Mediterranean Diet Benefits for Brain Health

Explore the Mediterranean diet's five key benefits for memory and cognitive health

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Try Flower Arranging to Keep Your Brain Active

Creating a beautiful bouquet can do more than tickle your senses

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Make Legumes a Weekly Dietary Staple

Incorporate beans, lentils and other legumes into your meals for a nutritious boost

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Try Orienteering for a Fun Challenge

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