PRESS PAUSE

Researchers at the University of Alabama found that people who watch a lot of TV suffer a 6.9 per cent greater decline in cognitive function and a 0.5 per cent greater reduction in grey matter compared to those with less screen time. That represents a worrying level of brain atrophy, which can affect your ability to remember, think, reason, communicate and solve problems. Try to limit your TV binges and mix in more brain-healthy hobbies – reading and puzzle games – to keep your mind firing on all cylinders.