Our brain “pumps up” its cognitive functions precisely at the moment of communication, discussion. Therefore, when choosing, for example, sports, choose the kind that is accompanied by interaction with other people.
If you love to read, be sure to discuss what you read with someone!
There is such a thing as the “Roseto phenomenon”. At the beginning of the 20th century, residents of the Italian city, almost the entire city, moved to America and founded the city of Roseto. A few decades later, doctors noticed that people living in Roseto were much healthier than their neighbors, they were much less likely to experience cardiovascular diseases and cognitive impairment, and the mortality rate was generally lower than the national average.
Doctors began to study this phenomenon and came to the conclusion that neither genes, nor nutrition, nor physical activity had anything to do with it – there were no specific differences.
But where the residents of Roseto really differed from their neighbors was the way of life that they “brought” with them from Italy! They were very friendly, constantly had dinners together, visited each other, lived in large families, were involved in social work, and helped each other.
Rule #6: Monitor your blood pressure
High blood pressure increases the risk of stroke, heart attack, and chronic kidney disease, so it is very important to correct high blood pressure with medications prescribed by your doctor.
There is no need to be afraid of antihypertensive therapy – this is the absolute norm for people with high blood pressure; they need to take certain medications on an ongoing basis that will prevent serious diseases.
Lifestyle is also important to correct high blood pressure. Normally, we should “receive” at least 300 minutes of aerobic exercise per week – running, swimming, brisk walking (this does not necessarily include sports activities on the track or around the stadium, this includes walking at a fast pace from home to the store, taking the stairs instead of the elevator and so on.
In conclusion, starting over at 60 with nothing may seem like a daunting task, but it is also a chance for a new beginning. By embracing the opportunity, evaluating your skills, setting realistic goals, seeking support, embracing lifelong learning, and staying positive and resilient, you can create a fulfilling and meaningful life for yourself.