How many times have you forgotten your keys? Or how many times have you forgotten a person’s birthday and they are a person you shouldn’t have forgotten? Perhaps too many times to mention!

So these examples of memory lapses don’t typically raise an alarm bell. However, when these types of occurrences happen more often than not, then it can be a signal of something more serious, such as a decline in cognitive function.

Cognitive decline is usually expected as we age. It’s an inherent aspect of aging, signifying that our brain isn’t functioning as optimally as it once did. As we reach midlife, we might begin noticing these changes more prominently. As for your friends and family, they will probably notice before you do. Continue reading →

Have you ever experienced the feeling that your brain is about to run out of battery? No matter how hard you try to focus your brain feels like it is getting slower by the second.

This reduced mental agility and impaired focus can often be attributed to a lack of quality sleep.

Sleep isn’t just about rest. Prioritizing quality sleep can profoundly influence your cognitive health and your overall health and well-being, both physical and emotional. This is because while you sleep, the body undertakes numerous repair and rejuvenation processes essential for overall health.

Here are a few reasons why you need to get better sleep for improved cognitive function. Knowing the reasons why may make you take greater action in caring for your brain health. Continue reading →