KEYS TO A HEALTHY BRAIN

Dark chocolates top the list for boosting grey matter in the brain, Likewise, sex is essential for keeping the brain fit in later life.

Sex has a positive impact on the mind with the raised levels of oxytocin or the “trust” hormone. While the post-coital rise in serotonin levels aids both creative thinking and calm, logical decision-making.

Elements in dark chocolate also prove beneficial. Magnesium and antioxidant flavonols or chemicals increase the supply of oxygen to the brain and reduce the chances of brain damage through a stroke.

Mix with people who make you laugh, have a good sense of humour or who share the same interests as you, and avoid people who whinge, whine and complain, as people who are negative will make you feel depressed.

If you don’t take action, na you sabi… I have done my part …