0 1, 5 habits
Take the initiative to say hello to others
Taking the initiative to say hello not only helps interpersonal communication and reduces the risk of depression, but also helps to remember the name and appearance of the other person, so as to take the initiative to say hello and improve brain power. Chatting with friends while walking has the same effect.
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warm oneself
Go out for a walk and get some sunshine. Because sunlight can promote nerve growth factor and make nerve fibers grow. At present, experts have studied whether the amount of sun exposure is related to cognitive impairment. Although there is no conclusion for the time being, receiving sunlight every day can at least form a better sleep pattern and is not easy to be depressed.
go on foot
As we all know, doing more activities is very important to improve the cognition of the elderly. Scholars at the University of California published a study in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, saying that elderly people over 60 can improve their memory and thinking ability by doing more than 4,000 steps every day.
Studies have found that people who walk 4000 steps a day have thicker cerebral cortex in the hippocampus and its surrounding areas, which also means that their cognitive function is stronger.
ponder
Dark thoughts: close your eyes, press your thumb on your little finger, imagine the good feeling after exercise, and take a deep breath for 30 seconds. Then press your thumb on your ring finger, imagine anything you like for 30 seconds, then press your middle finger for 30 seconds to recall a moment of concern, and finally press your index finger for 30 seconds to recall a beautiful place. It can relieve anxiety and improve cerebral blood flow.
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Eat more green food.
Green food, mainly leafy vegetables, can help you resist cognitive impairment and reduce the risk of memory loss. Studies have found that fish, nuts and olive oil have the same effect.
02,6 actions
polydactylism
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Fingers have the most nerves connected to the brain. Moving fingers can effectively stimulate the brain and delay the death time of brain cells. Stretching fingers and fingers alternately, or massaging fingertips alternately with left and right hands, or often holding fitness balls in your hands, so that two fitness balls can rotate in your hands. Or mix rice and black beans together, and then pick them out separately, and use these actions to exercise your hands and strengthen your brain.
Shake your head-look satisfied.
Shaking your head when you have time helps to improve your memory. Carotid artery is a conduit for blood supply to the brain. Shaking your head can activate these tissues, which can not only increase the blood supply to the brain, but also reduce the possibility of carotid fat deposition, which is also conducive to the prevention of hypertension and cervical spondylosis.
The specific method is: take an upright posture, hang your hands, slowly raise your head, maximize the viewing angle as much as possible, and keep this posture for about 15 seconds. Then turn your neck, lean forward, lean back, or hit your head with an empty fist. You can chat with your family during TV breaks.