Overview

• Chronic stress floods the brain with cortisol, damaging the hippocampus and heightening dementia risk.
• Skimping on sleep disrupts the brain’s nightly toxin clearance and memory processing, leading to cognitive decline and mood swings.
• Excessive sugar intake is associated with brain inflammation and insulin resistance that can accelerate age-related mental decline.
• Regular exercise and a balanced diet improve blood circulation, deliver essential nutrients and stimulate production of brain-healthy proteins.
• Experts recommend therapy or primary care consultations alongside brief mindfulness exercises and short social interactions to reduce stress and strengthen cognitive reserve.