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Drew Blankenship

Study: Fragmented Daily Rhythms Linked to Smaller Memory Regions and Faster Brain Atrophy—How to Protect Your Brain

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Researchers found that older adults with more consistent daily activity patterns had larger memory-related brain regions and less brain shrinkage over time. Halfpoint/Shutterstock

Your daily routine may have a more profound impact on your overall health than you realize. A recent study found that older adults with more fragmented daily activity patterns had smaller memory-related brain regions and signs of faster brain atrophy over time. The findings add to growing evidence that regular sleep-wake cycles and consistent daily rhythms may help support healthy aging. So, how could your daily routine be impacting your brain health? Here is what you need to know about the study, and how you can help maintain your brain health.

Researchers Found a Link Between Fragmented Daily Rhythms and Brain Shrinkage

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