Fight Cognitive Impairment: Research Suggest Brain Exercises to Combat Cognitive Impairment

A new research revealed that yoga can play an important role in fighting cognitive impairment.

The study on cognitive impairment published by UCLA suggests that yoga plays a vital role in fighting the risk of developing cognitive impairment. The researchers pointed out that yoga is not just good for inner peace and flexibility but it is also a good weapon to fight cognitive impairment.  

The researchers revealed that they need more time in studying cognitive impairment, as the data they gathered regarding cognitive impairment is still incomplete.

As the battle in combating Alzheimer's escalate, researchers are still on a quest to find a cure. Since there isn't any cure provided yet, the most that they can provide as of the moment are ways to combat cognitive impairment.

Yoga and #meditation can help minimize cognitive impairment- implications for #Alzheimer's disease and #dementia https://t.co/m06IOIvjTg

— Kajal (@SincerelyKajal) May 12, 2016

Yoga may be loaded with positive benefits in fighting cognitive impairment, but most of the older people would not be able to twist their joints and push their flexibility. Aside from yoga, it was also mentioned that meditation leaves a positive aspect to the brain. Meditating for 10-30 minutes is ideal for people who are prone to Alzheimer's. One of the most interesting parts in looking for a perfect brain enhancer, however, is indulging one's self in brain games. According to NeuroNation, playing structured brain games which can improve mental health and cognitive skills are ideal in preventing cognitive impairment.

#brainchallange @NeuroNation I think one can't score higher in this;) pic.twitter.com/aoYPGhIyTg — MarlonG (@Marlon1984Tweet) April 24, 2016

Solving puzzles and memory games are helpful and it requires minimal physical effort. It is important to push the mind in engaging in cognitive exercises as much as possible to narrow down the possibilities of cognitive impairment.

There are countless ways to enhance brain power as some would even opt to consume supplements. It is important to avoid Alzheimer's causing medications and engage in brain-enhancing activities to avoid cognitive impairment at a later age.