2. Exercise

As we age, our brains gradually develop what’s known as a neuritic or senile plaque. This plaque, made up of amino acid deposits, chokes out and destroys the grey matter of the brain. One of the reasons Alzheimer’s disease is so closely associated with people aged 60 and over is because of the slow way in which it takes root. One of the best ways to fight back is by getting physical and breaking a sweat!

Exercise goes beyond just being an amazing deterrent to the build up of senile plaque. For starters, exercise increases blood flow and that includes to the brain; fresh blood keeps the brain happy. Next, by staying active your brain creates more neural stem cells to keep that brain healthy.