Your brain might be older than your chronological age.
Here’s how scientists are using the ‘cognitive clock’ to measure brain health.
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The theory behind the cognitive clock is fairly simple: Brain age might not match actual, chronological age.
Brain function typically changes the older we get.
Patricia Boyle, PhD, is a professor of behavioral sciences and neuropsychologist with the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center in Chicago, IL.
It also is more strongly associated with other aspects of brain health.
Once again, they found cognitive age was a better predictor of these results than chronological age.
Fear not if youre worried that your brain might be aging faster than the rest of you.
There are some science-backed ways to stay mentally sharp.Yoga can help jog your memoryand improve your concentration.
As can eatinga brain-boosting mealthats loaded with healthy fats and antioxidants.
Whatever you do, avoid falling into a mental rut, which can be the downfall of mental cognition.
Instead, keep an open mind andcultivate curiosity whenever you could to keep your brain in tip-top shape.
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