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Research suggests natural light helps your brain in many ways. Find out what it may do for your sleep and more — and how to tap into those benefits.

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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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Challenge Your Cognitive Know-How!

What habit can help you remember appointments more reliably?

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Setting the record straight about this common condition with practical solutions

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Explore the link between social relationships and cognitive well-being

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Old Friends Make Good Medicine

Reconnect with old friendships and experience the positive emotions that come with it

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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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Find Happiness By Embracing Your Emotions

The pursuit of happiness can hinder certain aspects of well-being

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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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7 Simple Stress Busters to Try Today

Ease tension and anxiety with these science-backed tips

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Beat the Afternoon Slump Without Coffee

Try these simple tips to energize yourself in the afternoon

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Eat the Rainbow for Better Brain Health

Colorful vegetables add key nutrients that support cognition

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How Sunlight Benefits Your Brain

Daylight can help you focus, feel perkier and sleep better, research suggests

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A Body Scan Meditation to Help You Sleep

Explore this guided meditation to calm your body

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Engage Your Brain

A Number Trick for Remembering Names

Use quick number cues to help your brain hang on to new names

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5 Ways to Master a Second Language

Get tips on how to take on the challenge of learning a new language as you age

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Superfoods to Support Brain Health

Eat your way to better brain health with these 10 nutrient-rich foods

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Work Out With Denise Austin: Lunge Series

Adding this exercise to your routine can help build lower-body strength

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Loving-Kindness Meditation for Self-Care

To be kind to others, you need to start with yourself

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Stay Hydrated to Support Brain Health

Use these simple strategies to manage and monitor your fluid intake

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Power Your Breakfast With Protein

Add protein to your morning meal to stay full and energized

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Why You Should Add Dairy to Your Day

Keep dairy snacks on hand to support brain health with protein and calcium

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Visualizing How You’ll Achieve a Goal

Imagining your steps can help you feel more committed to succeeding

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