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Renowned Puerto Rican chef Giovanna Huyke explains how cooking light, eating whole foods and staying social all can support a healthier brain.

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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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Persistent loneliness has been linked to a higher risk of what?

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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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Cognitive Testing: What You Should Know

Learn what each evaluation measures and when deeper testing may help

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Treating Depression May Reduce Dementia Risk

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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Mindful Walking for Stress Relief

This ‘moving meditation’ may brighten your mood

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5 Great Reasons to Eat More Beans

The mighty little morsels help support your heart and brain

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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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Hormone Therapy and Your Brain Health

Learn when menopause treatment helps symptoms and what it does for memory

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Can Creatine Supplements Boost Brain Function?

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Your Brain May Be the Key to Exercising

Explore the link between physical activity and cognitive function

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Protect Hearing and Help Preserve Memory

How hearing loss is linked to cognitive decline and protective steps to take

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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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Discussing Brain Health With Your Doctor

Here's why it's a good idea to bring it up at your next visit

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Enhance Your Walks With Nature Exploration

Make your next outdoor walk more meaningful by observing and identifying

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How the Gut Microbiome Affects the Brain

The microorganisms in your gut have a big influence on your mind

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Guided Meditation to Foster Forgiveness

Let go of the tendency to add to suffering during challenging situations

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The Sleep Gender Gap: A Real Concern for Women

Learn why women often get less quality sleep than men

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'Just Like Me' Compassion Practice

This guided visualization practice invites us to look at how we are similar

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Already Forgot? Tips for Remembering Names

Use images to help you recall names and faces with confidence

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Practice to Notice, Shift, and Rewire Your Brain

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