Role of mental stimulation on immune system health
The immune system is a complex, yet integral part of the human body. It protects us from infectious agents, fungi, and other potential threats by producing antibodies that keep us healthy.
There are many factors that affect your immune system including genetics, stress levels, diet and environment. Mental stimulation is one of them.
Mental stimulation involves engaging your brain in activities like using puzzles or logic problems to stimulate cognitive skills. It can also include things like reading books or completing Sudoku puzzles to exercise the mind and provide mental stimulation for the brain.
One study has shown that mental stimulation could temporarily improve brain function by increasing blood flow to the brain.
A healthy immune system is essential for fighting off diseases. It is important to take care of yourself mentally in order to keep your immune system healthy. Mental stimulation also includes reading, writing, or even taking a hot bath.
Can mental stimulation stave off dementia?
In a recent study, researchers found that participants who engaged in mental stimulation programs had a reduced risk of dementia. The study participants were divided into three groups. The first group was given social activities, the second group received cognitive training, and the third group was assigned to a control group. Researchers found that those in the cognitive training and social activity groups had a reduced risk of dementia.
So based on current science, it appears keeping an active mind favorably affects not only the immune system but the brain itself. It could be said that doing a few mental gymnastics daily may keep you healthy and vital!