Health & Wellness
Tag: Cognitive Health
More Muscle, Less Belly = Younger Brain. Yes, Really.
New MRI research shows that building muscle and reducing hidden belly fat can make your brain biologically younger. Strength matters, balance matters, dancing matters — and Ozempic might not be the hero on every front. Here’s how to keep your body (and brain) aging in reverse. 🧠💪💃
Listening to Music After 70 May Cut Dementia Risk by 40%, Playing by 35%, And Doing Both By Even More. 🎶 Sing Along If You Must.
A large study of adults 70+ found that regularly listening to music was linked to about a 39% lower risk of dementia, while playing an instrument was tied to about 35% lower risk—and doing both looked even better. It’s accessible, enjoyable, and scalable. Start with 15 minutes a day and a few weekly play sessions.
Lithium: Not Just Brie for Batteries, but Also for Brains
Lithium isn’t just for powering Teslas or stabilizing moods — Harvard scientists say it’s a brain essential that could slow aging and fend off Alzheimer’s. The twist? You’ll find it in your salad, not your toolbox. 🥗⚡🧠