The brain is an important part in the human body. Various simple activities to keep the brain stay healthy, one of which also keep the heart. What is good for the heart is also good for the brain.
Things that can cause heart disease can also affect the work and brain health. For example, plaque and artery damage that can cause heart attacks, also can cause a stroke.
Therefore, the action is good for the heart such as controlling cholesterol and blood pressure, exercising, eating healthy foods, which is beneficial to the heart would also be good for the brain.
"Genes and certain conditions may play a role in memory loss, brain tumors, stroke and other brain disorders," said Dr. Keith L. Black, Chairman, Department of Neurosurgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and Director of the Maxine Dunitz Neurosurgical Institute, as reported by HealthDay, Monday (09/05/2011).
But according to Dr. Black, brain health is not completely out of control. In addition to activities that can nourish the heart, there are several other ways that can reduce the risk of disease and brain injury, among others:
1. Wearing a helmet
Wearing a helmet or protective head while driving (riding a motorcycle or bicycle) or during a particular exercise can prevent the occurrence of incidents or accidents that are not desirable, especially to the head such as brain concussion even a serious head injury. This not only applies to adults but also children.
2. Exercises to train the brain
The brain can be trained by doing puzzles and games or activities such as reading, learning languages or knitting. Research shows that brain exercises can help prevent some decline in memory and prevent dementia or senile.
3. Healthy lifestyle
Eat nutritious foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains and high-quality protein also can make the brain stay sharp and healthy.
Also, avoid alcohol, quit smoking, enough sleep and control of stress through relaxation, meditation or olaharag also can keep the brain functioning properly.
4. Learn the symptoms of stroke and seek immediate help
Do not be fooled by the notion that not a stroke can strike people at younger ages. 25 percent of all strokes occur in young people less than 65 years and even young adults and children can suffer a stroke. How to prompt treatment can limit a permanent impairment of brain function.
5. Use a headset or speakers using a mobile phone
While early studies found no evidence that radio frequency waves from mobile phones increases the risk of brain tumors, but Dr. Black said the impact could be evidence for decades. So the best way to prevent this is to be careful and you should use a headset or a speaker when you talk via phone.
