By Namita S Kalla | June 17, 2025 | Image: Canva
Spending hours staring at screens, especially without breaks, strains your eyes and overworks your brain’s processing capacity over time
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Constant exposure to digital media may reduce attention span, delay cognitive processing and even alter your memory formation patterns
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Lack of movement reduces blood flow to the brain, limiting oxygen delivery and essential nutrient circulation
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Physical inactivity can shrink brain volume over time, especially in regions linked to learning and memory retention
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A diet high in processed sugars, trans fats and additives can trigger inflammation and slow down brain signals
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Choose brain-friendly foods. Skipping essential nutrients like omega-3s, antioxidants and B vitamins can lower focus, memory and mood regulation abilities
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Getting less than 6–7 hours of sleep regularly affects the brain’s ability to clear toxins and consolidate memory
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Long-term poor sleep is linked to anxiety, depression and even increased risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s
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Loneliness and lack of social interaction can weaken neural networks and raise your risk of cognitive decline
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Even short, heartful conversations release brain-beneficial chemicals like oxytocin that help build resilience against stress
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