Brain Health: Keeping your brain active

Thank you!
My interest in brain health has always been active and I do a lot of reading on the subject.
But my youngest daughter (who lived with me age 58) passed away April 6th from a Glioblastoma Multiforme
brain tumor stage 4. It was too late when it was discovered even though she had surgery, radiation and chemo. So I am in deep grief but will keep following up on the research and comments so maybe I can help someone else discover it in time to save a life.

My heart is filled with sadness for you. I know words cannot help much, but your desire to share your grief, and your desire to help others, reveal your compassionate heart and soul. May you be surrounded by angels, wrapped in their wings-

I am 88 years old I do word search every night and try to read a little. I think this has helped me.

I am an 85 year old female. I read the newspaper and am reading 2 different books at a time (This keeps my mind busy and alert.) I also play Scrabble whenever the opportunity arises. I've also read that exercise helps the brain so I do that daily too.

I like to do Sudoku and another numbers game More or Less. When I am with my teen grandchildren I like to play rummikub ($15.48 on amazon. Get the red one). It really makes you think and it’s great watching the younger people think. I also make jewelry.

Thank you for your your kindness! Karen was my youngest child and also she suffered much in her life from chronic illnesses and a previous throat cancer, but she never complained. She had a great sense of humor right to the end. An extremely bright woman, she trusted in God! She died in peace!

From your description of Karen, I am certain she touched many lives in her years here. Inspiring others, even while suffering, how proud you must be as a Mom! Many folks live to be quite old but never leave a legacy like that. Thank you for sharing her with others-

Hi bets38,
I like to read 2 books at the same time also. It sounds like you are doing all the right things to stay alert and enjoy life at the same time! I'm 76 and my husband is 82. We both like to do 1000 piece jigsaw puzzles. My husband made a special table for them. It keeps your mind alert and concentrating. Plus it's very relaxing. We also like reading the newspaper online; mainly from different countries. You learn a lot about the country if you can especially find a small local newspaper. I found one in Bulgaria and discovered that English people were coming over to Bulgaria buying up property to retire on. The Bulgarians didn't like that and were very vocal about it. I also discovered that they sell my Grandad's favorite beer, Black Label in South Africa! They don't sell it in America anymore. If Grandad were still with us, he'd be very surprised that he'd have to go to South Africa to get his favorite beer!
PML

Hello @pml
I used to be a school media specialist and I found this site to help my students. It has all kinds of information to make you curious. Your interest in world newspapers made me remember it. Perhaps you would like it too.
https://refdesk.com/
Parrott53

I, too, am 88 years old. Right now is hard for me because my husband died. We were married for 59 years. Then a couple of months after I had to have a complete hip replacement. I have a wonderful therapist. So slowly, slowly I am getting better. I also read a lot and do crossword puzzles. I live independently in our home and can drive. Which is good because it is a 23 mile drive on the freeway to get to my doctors. My brain seems to be functioning well and most people are surprised to find out how old I am when they meet me. I base it on the fact that for many years I was a race walker. I worked until I was 67 years old. Then I went from race walking to walking. Exercise is crucial. I need to start walking again. My hip has healed enough so I can walk outside with a walker. The reason I continue to use the walker is because I am afraid of falling. That is the only time I use it. Inside I still feel young.