What a healthier brain? Pick up a book or newspaper. Reading is good for you in ways you don’t even realize, and it may help extend your life.
A recent article on SeniorHousingNet.com says, “Frontiers in Psychology indicates that those who engage in regular reading have an advantage over those who read casually or don’t read books at all when it comes to cognitive awareness. Additional research has also shown that reading books regularly can actually reduce stress, help improve sleep and even increase life expectancy.“
The article says reading benefits include:
- Improved memory
- Maintain/improve cognitive function
- Increased empathy
- Improved sleep
- Reduce stress/anxiety
- Delay dementia
Check out your local library or download books with an e-reader. SeniorHousingNet has terrific suggestions and more details on the documented benefits reading provides all of us. Click here to read the article in its entirety.
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