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Strength training isn’t just for your body as it may help slow cognitive decline, too. Learn more on how muscle mass may 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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Challenge Your Cognitive Know-How!

Yoga supports healthy growth in which area of the brain?

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Take Control of Your Food Cravings

To make healthier choices, start by understanding your current ones

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3 Ways Black Americans Can Combat Dementia

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Work Out With Denise Austin: Lunge Series

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Relax and Recharge With Some Me Time

Scheduling regular breaks can help you recharge

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Drink Water With a Special Glass

Associating a specific container with water may help you remember to drink

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The Brain-Gut Connection, Explained

Learn how your brain and gut are linked and how to support their health

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Eat More Fruits and Veggies With These Tips

Incorporate more produce into your meals with easy tips and ideas

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Try Orienteering for a Fun Challenge

Improve memory and learning skills with orienteering, a sport for all ages

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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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Unlock the Power of a Green Tea Habit

Discover the potential health benefits of drinking green tea regularly

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What to Do When Menopause Affects Your Mood

Is it the hormones, the hot flashes or just midlife stress?

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Mindfulness in Your Digital Life

Three practical ways to be more present and purposeful

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Memorize Numbers Using Chunking Technique

Break down phone numbers into smaller groups to commit them to memory

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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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