🧠 Boost Your Brain Power: Cognitive Health Tips 

By Chidebere | 17th May

As we grow older, keeping our minds sharp becomes just as important as caring for our bodies. Whether you live in Lagos or London, maintaining cognitive health is essential to living a fulfilling and independent life. Cognitive skills – like memory, concentration, and problem-solving – can decline over time. But the good news? You can take simple, practical steps to preserve and even improve them.

Here are expert-backed tips, tailored for individuals in Nigeria and the UK, that you can start using today:

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🏃‍♂️ 1. Get Moving: Physical Activity is Brain Food

Exercise isn't just for weight loss – it powers your brain too! Studies show that regular physical activity increases blood flow to the brain and enhances memory and decision-making (Hillman et al., 2016).

🟢 Practical Tip (Nigeria & UK):

• Take brisk morning walks in your estate or local park.

• Dance to your favourite music at home.

• Join a community fitness group or yoga class.

👟 Staying active doesn't require a gym membership – consistency is what counts.

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📚 2. Challenge Your Mind: Stay Mentally Stimulated

Just like your muscles, your brain gets stronger the more you use it. Mentally stimulating activities like puzzles, reading, and learning new skills build what's called cognitive reserve, protecting against memory loss (Verghese et al., 2013).

🟢 Try This:

• Download brain-training apps.

• Join a book club or online learning group.

• Pick up a new hobby – coding, knitting, or learning a local language!

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🤝 3. Stay Social: Conversations Boost Cognition

In Nigeria, we cherish our communal lifestyle – and rightly so. Strong social connections can significantly lower the risk of dementia (Fratiglioni et al., 2004). Loneliness is a risk factor both in elderly Nigerians and among UK residents.

🟢 Connect:

• Join religious or community groups.

• Host family gatherings or virtual hangouts.

• Volunteer – it’s rewarding and mentally engaging.

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🥗 4. Eat Smart: Nutrition Matters

Your brain needs fuel to function at its best. Diets rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and omega-3s support cognitive health. The Mediterranean diet has been proven effective in reducing cognitive decline (Scarmeas et al., 2011).

🟢 On Your Plate:

• Include local foods like ugu, fish, avocado, nuts, and whole grains.

• Drink plenty of water.

• Limit processed foods, sugar, and alcohol.

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🛏️ 5. Rest and Relax: Prioritise Sleep and Stress Relief

Chronic stress and poor sleep can impair memory and thinking. Relaxation techniques like meditation and deep breathing have been shown to physically improve brain structure (Hölzel et al., 2011).

🟢 Daily Tips:

• Sleep 7–8 hours nightly.

• Unwind with calming music or prayer.

• Use free meditation apps like Calm or Insight Timer.

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💙 How EOON Care Can Help

At EOON Care, we’re passionate about empowering seniors and their families with the tools to live longer, healthier, and more connected lives.

Whether it’s through our:

• Residential and respite care at Celine Care Centre,

• Community home visits to combat loneliness,

• Or public health training for caregivers and families,

We help you and your loved ones stay mentally, socially, and physically well. Our services are rooted in evidence-based practices and person-centred care.

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🌍 A Word to Nigerians and UK Residents

In both Nigeria and the UK, the approach to ageing is changing. Prevention is powerful. Whether you’re caring for a loved one or investing in your own future, small steps make a huge difference.

💡 Remember: You’re never too young or old to care for your brain. Start today.

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🔗 Resources

🔹 EOON Care Guides & Tips
🔹 NICE Cognitive Health Guidelines

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📞 EOON Care is Here to Help!

We specialise in elder care services to support family bonding and improve the quality of life for your elderly loved ones.

Let EOON Care be part of your family’s journey toward building stronger connections!
Stay healthy, stay informed!

📞 Nigeria Office: +234 816 7929 521
🟢 WhatsApp only: 234 816 7929 521
📧 Email: info@eooncare.com
🌐 Website: www.eooncare.com

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