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The 6 Pillars of Brain Health
AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health reviewed the latest research on how to support our memory, thinking and overall cognitive health. Learn how to build habits around the six pillars of brain health.
Staying Sharp’s Six Pillars of Brain Health
A healthy lifestyle helps you support your brain health. Learn how to practice these six pillars of brain health.
The health impacts of loneliness can be extensive. Having strong family and social circles is good for you, as is volunteering in your community.
Engage Your Brain
Stay curious and keep learning — pick up an instrument, a new language, pickleball, knitting, reading — your brain will thank you.
Manage Stress
Chronic stress can harm memory, mood and cognition. Finding balance is key: We offer easy ways to incorporate mindfulness into your days.
Ongoing Exercise
Physically active people have a lower risk of cognitive decline, says AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health. There are lots of ways to get moving.
Restorative Sleep
Quality sleep can help protect against cognitive decline, scientists say. Check out strategies and challenges to make sleep your superpower.
Eat Right
A healthy diet is crucial to optimal brain health. Eat Mediterranean — whole grains, beans, seafood, healthy fats. We can show you how.
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Manage Stress
Cultivate a Sense of Awe for Better Well-Being
Experiencing wonder may benefit mental health
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Ongoing Exercise
Use the POP! Tool to Fit Movement Into Your Day
A flexible approach to staying active through busy days
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Ongoing Exercise
Practice Good Walking Form for Better Health
Put a spring in your step with the right technique
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Engage Your Brain
Make a Learning Plan for Brain Health
Follow these steps to help you learn something new or acquire a new skill
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Manage Stress
Relieve Stress With an Adult Coloring Book
Unwind with this fun, do-anywhere activity
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Ongoing Exercise
Exercise Outdoors for a Healthy Gut
Try taking your workouts outdoors to support gut health and overall wellness
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Manage Stress
Calm the Inner Critic With Mindfulness
Learn to find peace with this meditation practice
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Ongoing Exercise
Get Moving to Help Support Memory
Aerobic exercise can benefit your brain health as well as your body
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AARP Brain Health Resource Center
Find explainers on dementia, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, head injuries and mental-health topics. Learn about healthy habits that support memory and mental skills.