Longevity - The Six Pillars of Brain Health
Description
In this episode, Anne delves into the topic of brain health and aging, focusing on the science behind aging and the impact of lifestyle choices on brain function. She discusses the six pillars of brain health, including stress management, healthy diet, physical exercise, social connection, mental stimulation, and quality sleep. Anne emphasizes the importance of proactive measures to combat brain decline, highlighting the potential for brain cell regeneration through lifestyle changes.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
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Personal growth can lead to fulfillment and can be achieved through lifestyle changes.
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Brain health can be maintained by managing stress, following a healthy diet, engaging in physical exercise, fostering social connections, and getting quality sleep.
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Chronic stress can lead to brain impairment, while meditation has been shown to restore brain function.
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A healthy diet free from processed foods and sugars can prevent brain inflammation and atrophy.
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Engaging in mental stimulation and learning new things can help maintain brain health and prevent cognitive decline.
BEST MOMENTS
"The horrifying fact is that this gradual shrinkage actually starts around 27, and by 40, unless you're being proactive and doing something about it, issues like brain fog can start showing up even at that age."
"Remember at school we used to occasionally learn verses of poetry and Shakespeare and so forth? I don't think people learn anything these days."
"In closing, there is a prediction that 50% of adults will have some form of dementia by age 85."
"Manifesting just means bring into being and the term is dismissed by many as being a bit woo-woo, but I've just been reflecting on a few simple and mostly obvious lifestyle choices."
VALUABLE RESOURCES
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HOST BIO
Anne originally trained as a maths and science teacher but then chose to qualify as an accountant and worked in business for 12 years. Having recognised that there was more to life than a successful career – specifically working long hours to make money for other people at the expense of her own health – she quit the rat race and returned to her first love: teaching, but on a part-time basis. Fascinated by psychology, philosophy and theology, she is now a successful trainer, speaker and author, who enjoys sharing her passion, purpose and knowledge with a growing audience.