It is a goal for everyone to live a long and active life and evidence shows that following healthy routines could help prolong brain capabilities into the late stages of life. Doing routine exercise is a great way to protect thinking skills because it stimulates the brain and improves the health of brain tissue. Eating healthier is also a good habit because it provides the heart and brain with nutrients it needs. Other healthy habits such as sleeping more or managing stress will help carry a healthy brain into old age.

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