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High blood sugar can raise dementia risk and harm the brain. Discover how diabetes prevention and healthy habits support long-term 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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Older adults who rarely or never feel lonely tend to perform better on what?

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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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Rise and Shine With a Morning Stroll

Take a morning walk to get energized and ready for the day

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Spend Some Time With Positive People

Surround yourself with people whose good vibes lift your mood and outlook

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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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Take the Plunge With a Water Workout

Aquatic exercise is safe, gentle and great for your body and mind

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Store produce the right way to keep them fresh longer

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Simplify Birthday Reminders With Tech

Use your phone or an app to keep track of birthdays and never forget again

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5 Simple Self-Care Tips for Busy Caregivers

Take these steps to help reduce your own risk for cognitive decline

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Creating a beautiful bouquet can do more than tickle your senses

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Finding Mental Benefits Through Archery

Discover how archery can improve focus, strength and cognitive health

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

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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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