Although slight pauses in memory with the aging process are considered natural, a new study shows that cognitive decline has three critical effects in human life. “breaking point” revealed that it was.
According to the study published in the journal Nature Aging; 57, 70 and 78 years oldwere recorded as the periods when brain aging accelerated most significantly.
Prof from Cambridge University. Barbara J. Sahakian and longevity expert Dr. Sabine Donnai details the reasons for sudden changes at this age and ways to prevent them as follows…
57 YEARS OLD (PHYSICAL CHANGE PERIOD)
The decrease in brain volume becomes evident after the age of 57. As the nerve fiber network weakens, the brain’s interregional communication slows down. Experts say this “broadband internet slowing down” He compares it. During this period, especially the menopause process, hormonal changes and middle-age weight gain (obesity) reduce the nutritional support to the brain and trigger inflammation.
AGE 70 (RETIREMENT EFFECT)
According to the news At this stage, “cortical thinning” and accumulation of “tau” proteins are observed in the regions responsible for thinking and learning. Prof. Sahakian describes this period “retirement effect” he calls it. Reducing mental stimulation and avoiding new challenges by saying “I’m experienced anyway” causes the neural pathways to rapidly atrophy.
78 YEARS OLD: RESISTANCE TO AGE-RELATED DAMAGES
In this period, when brain volume and blood flow decrease significantly, the “cognitive reserves” that the person has accumulated since childhood come into play. Those with a strong reserve remain more resistant to age-related damage.
“10 YEARS AGO” RULE FOR PROTECTION
Experts emphasize that cognitive decline is not destiny and that lifestyle changes determine 90 percent of the risk.
Here are the ‘golden’ recommendations…
Be active not only in the gym, but also in daily life. Walking on the escalator, getting up from a chair without hand support, and carrying weight create a neuroprotective effect. Don’t settle for the usual activities like crosswords or sudoku. Focus on “new” tasks that really challenge the brain, like learning a language or taking a dance class. Loneliness can increase proteins linked to brain aging by 30 percent to 60 percent. Socializing face to face is vital for brain health. Avoiding drinking hot drinks from plastic cups, avoiding stress, and limiting processed sugar consumption are critical to stopping chronic inflammation in the brain.
“ACTION MUST BE TAKEN NOW FOR MENTAL HEALTH”
Dr. Sabine Donnai pointed out the importance of early diagnosis and lifestyle change, saying, “Everything in our body is programmed for survival. When supported by good nutrition, physical activity and quality sleep, we do not have to accept the biological decline we associate with aging.”
