Do you want to improve and preserve your memory?? I am sure your answer is yes. But let me ask you a question.
What if I told you that there is a pill that can improve and boost your memory? One that enables you Preserve your memories betters, reduce the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases that affect memory, such as: B. Alzheimer’s, and also lift your mood.
How would you answer me? Yes, I know: let him prescribe it. I tell you this: From around the age of 40, the number of neurons in our brain begins to decrease.. But not only the neurons decrease, but also the connections between them, i.e. the synapses. But wait, there’s good news: the secret is exercise.
It is scientifically proven that Moderate, sustained physical activity, such as a brisk walk every day, is beneficial. It is not necessary to perform intense exercises; It is enough to go for a brisk walk for 30 minutes five times a week.
Physical activity has been scientifically proven to increase the number of neurons, which is known as Neurogenesis. Please note this information.
Exercise also increases the number of connections between neuronss, that is, it improves the “wiring” of the brain. These compounds, known as Synapsethey are strengthened by reputation Neuroplasticity.
Do you know why this happens? Because when we move, our muscles produce substances called myokines. These myokines travel through the blood, cross the blood-brain barrier and reach the deepest part of the brain. There they stimulate the production of a substance called BDNF, which stands for Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor. This substance, created through physical activity, acts as brain fertilizer.
Do you realize what I’m telling you? Physical exercise produces new neurons (neurogenesis) and improves the contacts between them (neuroplasticity).. In other words, physical activity not only improves our brain, but also makes it “reborn” by creating new neurons.
For all of this, I recommend physical activity.
As Infobae published, a study by the university from Harvard pointed out go for walks regularly It is an effective activity for Protect memory in people over 60 years of age. According to researchers, this practice not only promotes cognitive health but also keeps the brain active and reduces the risk of deterioration.
He Dr. Scott McGinnisAssociate Professor of Neurology at the Harvard Medical Schoolrecommended viewing exercise as an essential habit, similar to taking a prescription medication. He recommended setting a goal of engaging in moderate-intensity physical activity, such as brisk walking 150 minutes per week.
Walking outdoors at a moderate pace revitalizes important areas of the brain, improves blood circulation and oxygen flow, and helps reduce stress, a factor directly related to memory loss.
*Dr. Daniel López Rosetti is a doctor (MN 62540) at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Buenos Aires (UBA). President of the Stress Section of the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH). And he is the author of books such as: “Emotions and Feelings” (ed. Planeta, 2017), “Balance. How we think, how we feel, how we decide. User manual.” (Ed. Planeta, 2019), among others.
About The Author
