"5 Habits to Boost Brain Health and Reduce Dementia Risk"

Research shows that light exercise can help improve concentration, learning, and memory by increasing the size of the hippocampus, the part of the brain responsible for these functions. Even short bursts of moderate-to-high intensity exercise can provide a temporary mental boost, while regular brisk walking or other forms of moderate intensity exercise can lead to long-term benefits in staving off age-related memory loss. Keeping the heart rate between 60 and 70 percent of maximum is key, and consistency over time is crucial for seeing improvements in brain health.