The secret to a healthy brain

It has long been argued that the key to a lucid mind is in genes. But the secret of a healthy brain lies in what is eaten, learned and lifestyle.

Dark chocolate and breakfast meats topped the list of things that promote gray matter. In addition sex is also essential to keep the brain healthy until the end of life.

Those who want to improve their cognitive abilities should avoid smoking, do not watch many operas and do not socialize with those who lament. While lulling the baby, reading aloud and studying business at the university are helpful for a clear mind.

(Photo: Canada.com) These results come from the newly published book entitled Teach Yourself: Training Your Brain .

The author of the book Terry Horne, a business lecturer at Central Lancaster University in the US, said: "For decades we still think that the cognitive ability of the brain is determined by the gene, while actually new life is a prerequisite ".

"What we eat, what we learn in school, and our emotions are important influences." The book also confirms that sex has a positive effect on the brain, whereby seven different chemical reactions occur in the brain during intercourse that enhances the ability of the brain to function.

Self-confidence and optimism also help the brain, similar to eliminating negative thoughts, away from depressed people and those who groan.

"Play with people who make you laugh, have a good sense of humor, or people with similar interests, who are far away from people who complain, complain, lament, because people with negative thinking are easy make you depressed, " Mr. Horne said.

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