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As we grow older and experience new things, our brains develop and our mental abilities can improve. Science has proven that the brain is like a muscle, the more we use it properly, the more effective it becomes. Here are 7 simple ways to increase your brainpower.
1. Experience Something New
Don’t let yourself get stuck in a pattern of repetitive activity. Avoid always doing the same thing over and over again. You can change your brain’s structure by doing something new. This will create new pathways in your brain which will increase your intelligence. Something like taking a new route to a familiar place, or exploring an unfamiliar place.
2. Maintain A Curious Minds
Start questioning everyday events, the news you read or hear, and products or services you are thinking of buying. Don’t take everything at face value.
3. Train Your Memory
Practice memorizing phone numbers along with other important numbers. Practice memorizing important dates in history and the names of people who contributed to history. Try memorizing short poems.
4. Avoid Negative Thoughts
These result in a higher level of stress and anxiety that kills brain neurons and stop new neurons from developing. Thinking positively creates new brain cells, and any stress and anxiety you have will be reduced.
5. Adopt A Healthy Diet
Feed your mind with the healthy, nutritious foods such as fruit, vegetables and a lot of Omega 3 oils. Avoid a lot of fats and all sugar. Try taking a multi-vitamin every day. Some science experts are recommending a gluten-free diet for better brain development. Ask your doctor for advice on improving your health including your brain health.
6. Develop The Habit Of Reading Books
Reading is a way of relieving stress and tension. Reading can also exercise the imagination which helps to develop your brain to see possibilities.
7. Loose The GPS
A GPS makes the mind lazy. While there are times when a GPS is more efficient than a map, a GPS does not exercise the rain. Practice getting out the maps and figuring out the best way to get where you want to go. Your brain needs this exercise in spatial relationships.
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