Don't wear gloves
Don't wear gloves
If you put them on as soon as the weather changes … bad! Not because of the gloves, but because of what it can mean that your hands are cold without time justifying it. Why? Because it can be due to a thyroid problem and both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism cause problems with memory and concentration. A simple blood test will clear up your doubts in order to keep your thyroid under control.
Nothing about having spotless sneakers
Nothing about having spotless sneakers
Get them dirty! A study from the University of Illinois (USA) has shown that walking about 40 minutes three times a week increases the size of the hippocampus, the area related to memory, by 2%. In addition, moderate sport helps improve heart health and, since the brain cells that remember information are the furthest from the heart, it is essential that the heart pumps with enough force so that they are well irrigated. If you need a boost to be more active, remember to read this.
Do not meet friends from grapes to pears
Do not meet friends from grapes to pears
A rich social life is very important to protect your memory. When you interact with other people your neurons also "relate" more. And those of the cerebral cortex, the part of the brain responsible for learning new things, are especially stimulated. But having a good network of friends has many more health benefits, as we tell you here.
Forget going to the movies with a bag of sweets
Forget going to the movies with a bag of sweets
The consumption of candies, sweets … causes sudden rises and falls in blood glucose, which forces the pancreas to secrete more insulin, whose excess damages both memory and learning. In addition, excess is also related to type 2 diabetes, which studies such as the one from the University of Alberta (Canada) relate to greater cognitive problems in the elderly.
Don't fill your plate with pasta
Don't fill your plate with pasta
Don't go overboard with the paella. Abusing refined flours is like doing it with sugar, it causes sudden rises and falls in blood glucose that affect memory and can also lead to diabetes, with the same negative result on the brain. In this article we tell you what is the best diet to protect you from Alzheimer's.
Avoid the dentist (out of fear or whatever …)
Avoid the dentist (out of fear or whatever …)
Having gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) over 60 years multiplies the risk of memory problems by three, according to a study by the Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons (USA). In addition to visiting the dentist, in this article we give you 17 keys to having a healthy mouth and avoiding problems.
Do not take the salt shaker to the table
Do not take the salt shaker to the table
Excess salt can cause hypertension, the cardiovascular risk factor most closely related to dementia and Alzheimer's. Also avoid foods with "hidden salt" such as sausages, preserves, cheese, precooked, smoked, etc. And use aromatic herbs, lemon marinades, exotic spices … to enhance the flavor of your food without adding salt.
Avoid getting into bed with your mobile
Avoid getting into bed with your mobile
It can disrupt your sleep and good sleep is essential. When sleeping, the brain secretes higher doses of growth hormone, which creates new synaptic connections and allows better consolidation of knowledge. In addition, sleeping, in itself, is already beneficial, because it is when the information received during the day is "filed" and because rest favors being more concentrated the next day. And since it is so important to sleep well, in this article we give you 30 tricks to sleep like a baby.
Dinner sausages? From afternoon to afternoon
Dinner sausages? From afternoon to afternoon
Food very high in fat, such as cold cuts or a burger with bacon or some nachos with melted cheese, take it with a dropper. If your diet is too high in fat, according to a study by the University of Washington (USA), it can reduce blood supply to the hippocampus, the area of the brain linked to learning and memory.
And, above all, don't stop training your memory
And, above all, don't stop training your memory
Memory works like a muscle. If you don't use it, it atrophies; and if you demand too much effort, it runs out. Therefore, do not ask your memory for more than it can give, but do not ask for less. In this article we give you ideas to protect it in a fun way.
Do you love pasta and fill your plate to the top? Can't you watch a movie at the theater without a bag of goodies? Are your sports shoes spotless?… Well, we regret to tell you that none of this contributes to a good memory or protects you from Alzheimer's. In our gallery we tell you why and many more habits that can play against you.
And if you are concerned about how your memory is, take our test and find out.
