Keep your mind active and it will be there for you when you need it. Confront your brain with mental challenges. Do crossword puzzles, play word games, read books, get on the internet and learn things, get involved in discussions. Your mind will stay healthy and alert. As we age, blood vessels may lose some elasticity which makes circulation less efficient.
Free radicals can cause tissue oxidation.
Our blood can also thicken and impede blood flow. We need to supply the brain with the blood supply that provides the nutrients that keep the brain working. Eat foods that contain the B-complex. This includes beef, yogurt and cheeses. Getting enough B6 is critcal.