12 Fun Ways to Stretch Your Brain

While scientists have yet to determine how to fully prevent Alzheimer’s disease, there is a lot of research that demonstrates keeping our brains active throughout our lives can delay symptoms.

For example, music uses a different part of the brain than speaking or writing, and learning or exercising new skills (like using an instrument) is important for what’s called neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to grow, adapt, and learn.

So if you’ve always wanted to learn an instrument, now’s the time! For 11 more ways to “stretch” your brain, check out the article below.

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