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[Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/lets-talk-neurotransmitters) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Shutterstock_1533669275-1.png) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/mild-cognitive-impairment) ## [What a Mild Cognitive Impairment Diagnosis Really Means](https://neurotrack.com/resources/mild-cognitive-impairment) As we age, all of us sometimes struggle to remember why we went into the pantry, or rack our brains to recall a... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/mild-cognitive-impairment) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/habit_science_1-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/set-a-smart-goal) ## [Set a SMART goal](https://neurotrack.com/resources/set-a-smart-goal) Many people fail to create new habits because their goals are too vague. "I'm going to eat healthy," or "I'm going... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/set-a-smart-goal) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/nutrition_10-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/mind-what-you-eat) ## [MIND What You Eat](https://neurotrack.com/resources/mind-what-you-eat) The MIND Diet is linked with improvements in cognitive health. The benefits are profound, but the diet is simple.... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/mind-what-you-eat) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/en_stress_14-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/start-your-day-with-gratitude) ## [Start Your Day with Gratitude](https://neurotrack.com/resources/start-your-day-with-gratitude) Your alarm goes off, sending a blast of adrenaline throughout your body, waking you up for the day. Your attention... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/start-your-day-with-gratitude) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/en_sleep_10-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/your-brain-on-sleep) ## [Your Brain On Sleep](https://neurotrack.com/resources/your-brain-on-sleep) Unfortunately, sleep is a luxury for many people. Busy schedules keep you awake later each night than you intend.... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/your-brain-on-sleep) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/social_19-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/just-say-thanks) ## [Just Say "Thanks"](https://neurotrack.com/resources/just-say-thanks) Feeling lonely or isolated is often a problem of perception. It's easy to feel lonely if you don't think people... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/just-say-thanks) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/en_sleep_9-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/seven-is-the-magic-number-of-sleep-hours) ## [Seven is the Magic Number of Sleep Hours](https://neurotrack.com/resources/seven-is-the-magic-number-of-sleep-hours) As if you needed any further proof that getting a proper night's sleep is good for your brain and your future... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/seven-is-the-magic-number-of-sleep-hours) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/en_exercise_8-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/give-your-brain-30-minutes-a-day) ## [Give Your Brain 30 Minutes a Day](https://neurotrack.com/resources/give-your-brain-30-minutes-a-day) How does getting your heart rate up impact your brain health? [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/give-your-brain-30-minutes-a-day) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/cognitive_training_8-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/the-keys-of-cognitive-health) ## [The Keys of Cognitive Health](https://neurotrack.com/resources/the-keys-of-cognitive-health) You know challenging your brain is good for your cognitive health. Firing your neurons with cognitively... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/the-keys-of-cognitive-health) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/en_social_12-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/to-retire-or-not-to-retire-that-is-the-question) ## [To Retire or Not To Retire? That is The Question](https://neurotrack.com/resources/to-retire-or-not-to-retire-that-is-the-question) Depending on where you live and how strenuous your job, by the age of 65, you may be considering retiring. We're... 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[Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/the-recipe-for-cognitive-health) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/habit_science_7-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/your-brains-autopilot-function) ## [Your Brain's Autopilot Function](https://neurotrack.com/resources/your-brains-autopilot-function) Your brain is lazy. Yep, it's true. Your brain wants to do the least amount of work possible. That's why it... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/your-brains-autopilot-function) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/cognitive_science_1-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/whats-good-for-the-heart-is-good-for-the-brain-1) ## [What's Good for the Heart is Good for the Brain](https://neurotrack.com/resources/whats-good-for-the-heart-is-good-for-the-brain-1) Did you know that when you take care of your heart, you're doing a lot of good for your brain? If you're watching... 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[Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/swap-your-oils) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/featured-social-1.jpeg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/social-connections-and-cognitive-health) ## [Social Connections and Cognitive Health](https://neurotrack.com/resources/social-connections-and-cognitive-health) Social engagement is associated with better cognitive and mental health. Research indicates that older adults are... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/social-connections-and-cognitive-health) [![Woman chops tomatoes, zucchini, eggplant, carrots and other colorful vegetables](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/featured-nutrition-4.jpeg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/a-diet-that-will-change-your-mind) ## [A Diet That Will Change Your Mind](https://neurotrack.com/resources/a-diet-that-will-change-your-mind) One of the best ways to protect your cognitive health is through your diet. Like the old saying goes - you are... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/a-diet-that-will-change-your-mind) [![Woman sits in a grassy field with her leg crossed and hands upturned in a meditation pose ](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/stress.5.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/one-minute-of-deep-breathing) ## [One Minute of Deep Breathing](https://neurotrack.com/resources/one-minute-of-deep-breathing) Today we're going to take a moment to do a deep breathing exercise, for a minimum of one minute (but feel free to... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/one-minute-of-deep-breathing) [![Woman lying on a mat, relaxing](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/sleep.6-2.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/progressive-muscle-relaxation) ## [Progressive Muscle Relaxation](https://neurotrack.com/resources/progressive-muscle-relaxation) Progressive muscle relaxation is a holistic, anti-anxiety technique invented by Dr. Edmund Jacobson in the 1920s... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/progressive-muscle-relaxation) [![Flags of different countries and flashcards saying ](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/en.cognitive_training.5-2.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/say-hola-to-cognitive-reserve) ## [Say "Hola" to Cognitive Reserve](https://neurotrack.com/resources/say-hola-to-cognitive-reserve) Do you speak more than one language? If so, you most likely have improved cognitive reserve. This means your brain... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/say-hola-to-cognitive-reserve) [![Older women knitting](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/en.featured-cognitive-training-2.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/keep-your-mind-stimulated) ## [Keep Your Mind Stimulated](https://neurotrack.com/resources/keep-your-mind-stimulated) While most commonly associated with exercising our muscles, the phrase "use it or lose it" also applies to our... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/keep-your-mind-stimulated) [![Hand holding a cup of black coffee while starting to write on a blank notebook page](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/featured-building-habits-3.jpeg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/want-to-keep-your-mind-sharp-start-building-good-habits-for-your-brain-now) ## [Building Good Habits for Your Brain](https://neurotrack.com/resources/want-to-keep-your-mind-sharp-start-building-good-habits-for-your-brain-now) You probably already have certain habits that protect your health, like brushing your teeth, checking your blood... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/want-to-keep-your-mind-sharp-start-building-good-habits-for-your-brain-now) [![African American woman napping on couch](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/en.sleep.5-2.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/the-nap-trap) ## [The Nap Trap](https://neurotrack.com/resources/the-nap-trap) Every sleep-deprived new mother is told to nap when her baby naps. Preschoolers take naps during the day as well.... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/the-nap-trap) [![Neatly made bed with fluffy white pillows](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/featured-sleep-3.jpeg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/why-your-brain-needs-sleep) ## [Why Your Brain Needs Sleep](https://neurotrack.com/resources/why-your-brain-needs-sleep) Getting good sleep is critical for long term brain health. There are several ways that sleep impacts your brain: [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/why-your-brain-needs-sleep) [![Woman swims laps in a pool](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/featured-exercise-2.jpeg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/what-happens-to-your-brain-when-you-exercise) ## [What Happens to Your Brain When You Exercise](https://neurotrack.com/resources/what-happens-to-your-brain-when-you-exercise) We know that working out can help you maintain a healthy weight and build strength, but it's a lesser known fact... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/what-happens-to-your-brain-when-you-exercise) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/cognitive_science_6-1.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/lets-talk-about-apoe) ## [Let's Talk About APOE](https://neurotrack.com/resources/lets-talk-about-apoe) Have you heard about "the Alzheimer's gene"? Its name is APOE. [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/lets-talk-about-apoe) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/featured-cognitive-science.jpeg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/normal-aging-vs-cognitive-decline) ## [Normal Aging vs Cognitive Decline](https://neurotrack.com/resources/normal-aging-vs-cognitive-decline) As we get older, our bodies and minds change. Although physical changes like age spots or stiff joints are most... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/normal-aging-vs-cognitive-decline) [![Tea pot, cup full of tea, and neatly folded glasses on top of a notebook](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/stress.3.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/take-a-break-the-52-17-rule) ## [Take a Break - The 52/17 Rule](https://neurotrack.com/resources/take-a-break-the-52-17-rule) Have you ever worked so hard without a break that by the time you stand up you're practically sprinting to the... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/take-a-break-the-52-17-rule) [![Older woman lifts small orange weights](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/en.exercise.3-2.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/build-your-muscles-build-your-brain) ## [Build Your Muscles, Build Your Brain](https://neurotrack.com/resources/build-your-muscles-build-your-brain) Resistance training is any type of exercise that causes your muscles to contract against some type of resistance.... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/build-your-muscles-build-your-brain) [![Inset of a calendar page ](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/habit_science.3.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/how-long-does-it-take-to-build-a-habit) ## [How Long Does It Take To Build a Habit?](https://neurotrack.com/resources/how-long-does-it-take-to-build-a-habit) Taking the leap and performing a new behavior for the first time is the hardest part of creating a new habit.... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/how-long-does-it-take-to-build-a-habit) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/exercise_4.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/working-out-a-very-basic-how-to) ## [Working Out: A Very Basic How-To](https://neurotrack.com/resources/working-out-a-very-basic-how-to) You know that exercising your body is good for your health. [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/working-out-a-very-basic-how-to) [![](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/shutterstock_692813422-3.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/a-novel-idea-for-cognitive-health) ## [A Novel Idea for Cognitive Health](https://neurotrack.com/resources/a-novel-idea-for-cognitive-health) By now you know you need to work out your brain just like you need to work out the other muscles in your body.... [Read more →](https://neurotrack.com/resources/a-novel-idea-for-cognitive-health) [![Feet in sneakers taking a step](https://neurotrack.com/hubfs/exercise.1-4.jpg) ](https://neurotrack.com/resources/just-7500-steps-a-day-is-a-ok) ## [Just 7500 Steps a Day is A-OK](https://neurotrack.com/resources/just-7500-steps-a-day-is-a-ok) You’ve heard about a goal of 10,000 steps a day. It’s the magic number for maintaining a healthy body, right?... 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