How to change your “brain age”

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August 30, 2026 PRESENTED BY A cherry medley drink mix for fast-acting stress relief*‡ Happy Sunday! If you’re debating how to use your precious weekend hours, consider adding in a fun activity—your brain will thank you. Read on for the latest research on which type of movement lowers dementia risk the most. And, learn about a surprising reason you may not have slept well last night, along with a reminder that your mind is one of the most powerful healing tools at your disposal. —Ailsa Cowell, M.S., health editor PS - Please share this newsletter with someone in your life focused on brain health! A look at 4.2M people offers this dementia clue There are so many forms of movement our bodies take on. Is one really better than another? Researchers compared physical activity across four parts of daily life: leisure time, work, household tasks, and commuting, to find out how each type impacted brain health:¹ They assessed data from more than 4.2 million adults in 30 countries; participants were followed for an average of 10 years. People with high levels of leisure-time physical activity had a 24% lower risk of dementia than those with the lowest levels. Household physical activity was also associated with a lower risk. One thought on physically demanding jobs and commuting is that they can come with greater stress, less control, and exposure to noise or air pollution. Turn your down time into a longevity plan by making it active—do a sport or fitness class you enjoy, ask a friend to go on a hike, or run around with your kids. All of it will pay off for your future brain. Learn more about moving to protect your brain in the full article, here. +Keep it moving For a brain-boosting workout, do more of this How to change your “brain age” 80+ ways to make the most of your leisure time PRESENTED BY The easiest way to de-stress* As much as we want to avoid everyday stress, it’s bound to happen. Have something that can help you get out of the stress spike and reclaim the day. 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Learn more about keeping a positive approach to aging here. +Matters of the mind This type of meditation is proven for pain relief The modern approach to mindfulness 7 ways a psychologist stays mindful every day Stress support made for busy days* A calmer day can help support a more productive one —don’t let stress derail your focus. Integrative Therapeutics Cortisol Manager® Calm works quickly to support relaxation and reduce stress without daytime drowsiness.* Feel calmer, fast‡ Forwarded this email? CLICK HERE to subscribe for free! Want more from mindbodygreen? Find us here: ✍️ The latest articles on mindbodygreen 📱️ Join 1M+ others on Instagram and TikTok 🎧️ Listen to The mindbodygreen Podcast for health deep dives 🛍️ Support your well-being with supplements & personal care 🌱 Enroll in our best-in-class Functional Nutrition course 📚 Become a board-certified health coachtoday Credential Check Ailsa Cowell, M.S. 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