How to boost your brain

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GET MOVING Physical activity has been shown time and time again to benefit brain health. Taking a brisk walk before an exam or test could enhance your performance. Exercise has been demonstrated to improve memory and thinking ability among older adults with mild cognitive impairment.

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THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET This is rich in vegetables, fruits, wholegrains, beans, nuts, seeds and olive oil. It also includes moderate amounts of dairy, fish and wine, while red meat, poultry and processed foods are limited. Eating a Mediterranean diet has been shown to slow down the rate of cognitive decline and is linked to improved brain function in older adults.

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LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE Several studies show that learning foreign languages enhances the elasticity of the brain and its capacity to code information. The more languages a person learns, the faster their neural network reacts to process the accumulated data.

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LEARN TO PLAY A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT Exposure to music at a young age contributes to improved brain development, establishes neural networks and stimulates existing tracts in the brain. Receiving musical training as a child has been demonstrated to prevent the deterioration of speech listening skills in later years and it may ward off age-related cognitive decline.