The six pillars of brain health are based on research compiled by the Global Council of Brain Health.

The pillars are exercise, sleep, social engagement, stress management, cognitive stimulation, and nutrition.

Habits for brain health are not only for older adults; they can begin in childhood.

Every March, Brain Awareness Week is a global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for the progress and benefits of brain science. It is also a perfect time to reflect on how our everyday behavior can strengthen and protect the brain throughout our lifespan.

Our brain is the command center for everything we do: thinking, remembering, moving, feeling, and even maintaining physical balance and coordination. When we care for our brain, we support our overall health, longevity, and quality of life. Recently, I had the opportunity to speak with Duke Han, a clinical neuropsychologist and an inaugural member of the Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH), on the Wellness in Today’s World podcast. The GCBH has found that brain health is deeply interconnected with physical health, mental well‑being, and lifestyle choices.

Following are the Six Pillars of Brain Health identified by the GCBH, along with practical strategies to achieve them that you can start using today.

Regular physical activity is one of the most consistently proven ways to support cognitive function. Exercise increases blood flow to the brain, improves........

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