A Better Brain with Age

'A ground-breaking guide rooted in rigorous science and practical wisdom . . . This is a must-read for anyone committed to unlocking the full potential of their mind and living a vibrant, purposeful life.' RICH ROLL

'The Sherzais' accessible and practical guidance will resonate with millions of ordinary readers looking to unlock their brain's full potential.' DAN BUETTNER, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Blue Zones
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Forget everything you've been taught about aging.

World-leading experts in the field of brain health, Drs Ayesha and Dean Sherzai reveal a startling and paradoxical truth: unlike every other organ in the human body, the brain is actually meant to get better as we age, and there are simple, science-based steps that you can take to help your brain get better each year.

By unpacking the latest neuroscientific research and sharing vivid stories from their work with over 30,000 patients, the husband and wife team upend and dismantle every myth that we've internalised about the aging brain: that decline is inevitable, memory loss is uncontrollable, and degenerative diseases can't be avoided.

Not only does A Better Brain with Age illuminate the magnificent potential of this powerful organ, it also reveals how to take control of our cognitive health by adopting a set of simple steps that will expand our brains' functionality and power at every stage of life:

1. Eat the foods that act as medicine for your brain, cutting Alzheimer's risk by more than 50%.
2. Prioritise restorative sleep, which triggers overnight neurotoxic cleanup to support long-term memory.
3. Get moving every day to flood your brain with growth proteins and forge new connections.
4. Use emotional regulation techniques to reduce the toxic effects of stress on the brain.
5. Hone your attention with exercises to supercharge neural pathways and boost mental clarity.
6. Train your memory to help you avoid forgetful moments.
7. Have fun with creative pursuits that spark novel cognitive pathways and encourage mental flexibility.
8. Harness the power of relationships to activate the brain's reward centre, fuelling fulfilment and connection.
9. Reflect and find meaning to protect against cognitive decline and nourish your brain for a lifetime.

By exploring and fortifying the nine core elements of brain, we can not only avoid the epidemic of cognitive decline, Alzheimer's, and dementia, but also ensure that our brains become stronger each and every year.