Scientists say mind exercises improve a person's learning ability, memory and mental quickness, as well as potentially warding off Alzheimer's disease. Along with learning new things or good nutrition , less stress and proper sleep are key anti-aging strategies. Developing new cells is important because new cells learn better than old cells. He says one of the best ways to promote the growth of new cells is by learning. Take a class, read a book, put yourself in new situations such as travelling.
Vigorous exercise fuels the brain by sending it lots of oxygen.
In their book, the doctors suggest one way to learn or remember something is to write it down. You have the initial thought, the act of writing it down and the review as you write it. This is why keeping a daily journal increases your memory stores by volumes. Scientists are also beginning to understand how diet affects memory, concentration and intellectual performance. Experts say getting a good night's sleep is essential.