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Even high-risk older adults may see lower dementia risk by eating more anti-inflammatory foods. Learn more, including smart food choices.

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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!

Which response is most likely to help you stay active after skipping a workout?

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Correcting Vision Loss May Lower Dementia Risk

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Spilling the Beans on Coffee and Brain Health

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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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Yoga With Denise Austin: Beginner Warrior Pose

This pose stretches and strengthens your legs

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Biking for Brain Health and Happiness

Riding a bike can be good for your brain health and mood

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Find Serenity in Gardens or Arboretums

Discover how visiting a garden can calm your mind and refresh your spirit

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Walk or Bike on Former Rail Corridors

Take these steps to find and explore trails near you

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Yoga With Denise Austin: Cobra Pose

Watch Denise Austin demonstrate the Cobra pose to strengthen your core

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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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Superfoods to Support Brain Health

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

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Relaxation Reminders to Reduce Stress

Give yourself a boost by turning your nurturing energy inward

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Get Moving With a Walking Routine

Plan your route and get the gear you need to start today

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Journaling for Stress Relief and Calm

A simple pen and paper can help you process thoughts and feelings

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Slow Moves for a Better Night’s Sleep

Mindful exercise can ease insomnia and improve sleep, research shows

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Yoga With Denise Austin: Half Moon Pose

Stretch your hamstrings and improve balance with this yoga pose

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Work Out With Denise Austin: Mini Push-Ups

They can help strengthen and tone your arms, chest and shoulders

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5 Simple Food Choices to Support Brain Health

These food picks are full of nutrition that can support brain health

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Memorize a Masterpiece for Brain Health

Challenge your brain by learning a favorite verse by heart

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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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