5 Habits to Protect Women’s Brains — Why You Should Start in Your 50s
5 Habits to Protect Women’s Brains — Why You Should Start in Your 50s #Women’s Brain Health Series After menopause, a woman’s brain adjusts to new rhythms. The habits you build today shape how sharp, calm, and resilient your mind will be in the years ahead. 1️⃣ Why Start Now? Researchers call the menopausal transition a “neurological turning point.” The routines established during this phase can determine long-term cognitive and emotional health. “Midlife lifestyle habits are among the strongest predictors of cognitive resilience in later years.” — JAMA Network Open (2025) 🔗 Read Study 💡 It’s never too late. Your brain can rewire and strengthen itself at any age. 2️⃣ Sleep — The Brain’s Cleaning Time Deep sleep acts as a detox for the brain. During this stage, the glymphatic system flushes out toxins like β-amyloid that build u...