TODAY

There’s no cure for Alzheimer’s, but there may be a few things you can do to lower your risk. New research has found that following a combination of healthy lifestyle habits could lower the risk of cognitive decline. One of those behaviors is regular exercise. Working out at a moderate to vigorous level for at least 150 minutes a week could help keep your brain sharp. Click the link below to learn the other four healthy habits.

How to reduce your risk

Even when we know people’s names, why do we go for days without using them? By using someone’s name, you help them feel seen and acknowledged — and that’s an act of kindness. According to kindness.org’s research in collaboration with the University of Oxford, doing a kind act increases happiness, well-being, trust and compassion. And it can have the same powerful effect on those who receive the act. Try it, and put a smile on both your faces.

Wishing you were on the beach instead of at your desk? You’re not alone. It’s common for people to feel burned out by their jobs or the constant business of everyday life. Here are a few simple tips to help you find more joy in your days, and celebrate your family, friends or job – instead of watching the clock all day long.