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Brain health is closely linked to overall well-being, but it often goes unnoticed. However, it is not a separate phenomenon \u2013 brain well-being depends on both physical and mental health. Fortunately, many habits that keep the body and mind fit also support brain function. For example, keeping blood sugar and blood pressure in balance also helps keep the brain healthy.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Good health also ensures a well-functioning nervous system. A healthy diet, regular exercise habits, and stress management contribute to both physical and mental well-being.<\/p>\n

Neurology professor Jeffrey Rosenfeld explains that brain health is not given enough attention because many mistakenly believe they have no control over it.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe brain needs balance,\u201d says Rosenfeld. \u201cIf you take care of your physical and mental health, you also keep your brain in good shape. This reduces the risk of dementia, Parkinson\u2019s and Alzheimer\u2019s.\u201d<\/p>\n

Although scientists are still trying to understand the complexity of the brain, brain health deserves a place among other important wellness goals.<\/p>\n

What is brain health?<\/h3>\n

\"\"Brain health refers to its overall functioning and well-being. It allows us to think, learn, remember, regulate emotions, and coordinate movements.<\/p>\n

A healthy brain supports cognitive abilities, mood stability, and perceptual abilities, improving a person's quality of life. However, the brain can be susceptible to various diseases, which are mainly divided into two: cognitive decline diseases, such as dementia, and neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, ALS, and Alzheimer's disease.<\/p>\n

Although medicine is constantly evolving, it is not always clear why some people develop certain brain diseases. A healthy lifestyle may not completely protect against neurological diseases, but it can significantly improve brain function, resilience, and quality of life.<\/p>\n

How to support brain health?<\/h3>\n

Many people mistakenly believe that there is no way to directly influence their cognitive well-being. In fact, healthy habits can significantly improve brain health. Rosenfeld highlights the following important factors:<\/p>\n