9 Bad Habits That Damage Your Brain And How To Avoid Them!


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5. Not sleeping frequently

Your brain needs rest just as your body needs rest. Not getting enough sleep can damage your brain in the long run. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention USA, a third of 440,000 people are getting less than seven hours of sleep per night.

How much sleep are you currently getting? An average adult needs at least eight hours of sleep per day. I know some of us are getting just four hours of sleep, to what end?  Would your wealth be worth it if you’re too sick to actually enjoy it? Recent studies have also shown that not getting enough sleep will reduce cognitive function and actually kill brain cells.

I think it is a good idea to start getting some sleep. If you can’t sleep, look at an appointment at the hospital, the doctor will know what to do.

 6. Being alone all the time

Human beings are wired for social interaction, being alone was probably not a smart move, here is why? People who have just a few friends are actually more likely to have a brain decline for Alzheimer’s disease, even if you feel okay being alone, your brain may disagree.

Having friends you chat with just isn’t going to cut it, there are too many communication gaps across social media. According to a recent study conducted by the University of Michigan, ten minutes of conversation with a person can improve memory and cognition. Call a friend today.

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