Train Your Brain to Stay Sharp

Just like your body, your brain also needs exercise. A study found that older people who received brain training stayed mentally sharp for years afterwards. Dividing into 2 groups, one group received no training, the other group received between 10-18 hours of training for memory, reasoning, or speed thinking. After 5 years, the people who received the brain training had improved cognitive function and were more capable of performing daily activities compared to the control group. Do activities as you get older such as card games, word puzzles, reading or playing an instrument.