keep your brain healthy! Today on Maude's Two-Minute Meddlings, I'm going to discuss how and why physical activity keeps your brain in optimum shape. #1 - It increases blood flow to the brain A steady, healthy flow of blood to your brain is importance for two reasons.
First, the blood brings oxygen and nutrients to the brain, which is essential for your brain to function. Second, the blood wash away waste that has been linked to dementia -- good riddance, I say! #2 -- It reverses the negative effects of stress Movement releases hormones that soothe your brain and provide a nourishing environment for the growth of brain cell. Ahhhhh, I feel calmer already! And smarter. Which brings me to... #3 It improves learning Exercise increases the level of your brain chemicals, which help make new brain cells. This makes it easier for you to learn.
The more complicated the activity -- like playing tennis or taking a dance class -- the bigger the benefit. #4 -- It lifts depression Exercise appears to stimulate the growth of neurons in certain areas of your brain, acting as a natural mood elevator. and #5 -- It fends off memory loss Studies have shown if you're engaged in even a small amount of exercise -- short walk, gardening, cleaning -- you'll score better on mental tests than those who didn't exercise at all. Now, all physical activity should be approved by your doctor, but once you've got the green light.
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