Grow Your Intellect

I will grow my intellect
Yes, it is possible to grow your intellect, and no, you don’t have to lose
brainpower as you age. A strong mind typically results in a better job,
more income, and improved mental health. Common research has discovered
that we use only one-third of the brain, so the key is to engage the other twothirds.
The research linking physical and mental health continues to grow. A
Cambridge University study showed that jogging just a couple of times a week
stimulates the brain. After a few days of running, tests revealed that several
hundred thousand new brain cells had grown in a part of the brain linked to
the formation and recall of memories. Vigorous exercise actually helps release
a protein called “noggin” that helps counter another protein called bone
morphogenetic protein, thus stimulating an increase in the division of brain
stem cells. This keeps the brain active and quick, and could possibly prevent
the onset of age-related brain malfunctions such as dementia. After that
exercise, taking a nap was also shown to benefit the memory. An hour nap in
the afternoon boosts the brain’s ability to learn new facts and applications.
Those in the study who stay awake all day could not process information as
well, thus leading the researchers to suggest regular napping may help to head
off degenerative mental diseases.
The brain requires significant amounts of nutrients, complex stimulation,
oxygen, water, and exercise, so monitor your intake of all of these. Excessive
sugars have been shown to cause cellular damage. Mental exercises like word
puzzles can help as can “tricking” the brain by using your non-dominant hand,
which develops different neuropathways that can access untapped parts of the
brain. Experts also suggest that long controlled breaths not only create a greater
oxygen intake for the brain, but they also signal to the brain that air is plentiful
so that it can focus on complex tasks. Research published in the journal Neuron
found that an increase of magnesium (Mg) in the brain could help learning in
humans regardless of age. Foods rich in Mg include vegetables like spinach and
broccoli. Vitamin D (which we get from the sun and from oily fish) also kept
the brain active and could improve information processing. Learning