What scientists are saying about the book?
“The only book that I know of that seamlessly
integrates latest information about cognitive health across the lifespan.” Arthur
Kramer, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, University of Illinois
“One of those books you cannot ignore. Insightful, to the point, actionable.” Dr.
Tobias Kiefer, Director Global Learning & Development, Booz & Company
“An essential reference on the field of the brain
fitness, neuroplasticity and cognitive health.” Walter Jessen, Ph.D., founder
and editor, Highlight Health
The book contains nine chapters. The book begins (Chapter one) with a discussion
on the general framework regarding the structure and function of the brain. Moreover,
chapter one provides a discussion on neuroplasticity and why it is imperative
to brain fitness. Each of the chapters includes
transcripts of interviews with world renowned scientists, and a section titled
chapter highlights.
As an example of chapter highlights, the following is
an excerpt from chapter 3:
“Aerobic exercise can enhance a wide variety of
brain functions especially executive functions supported by the prefrontal
cortex (planning, task-switching, inhibition, etc.)” – p.82
Another example of chapter highlights, taken from
chapter 8:
“Physical exercise, balanced nutrition, stress management
and social and cognitive engagement provide a foundation for maximizing brain
health and functions. Cross-training your
brain builds on and goes beyond that foundation by enhancing targeted
capacities.” -183
The book contains an Appendix with “55 IMPORTANT
BRAIN FITNESS FACTS”
Brain Fitness Lists:
Top 3 Brain Facts, Top 7 Smart News Reader Facts,
Top 4 Brain and Physical Exercise Facts, Top 11 Brain and Nutrition Facts, Top
8 Mental Challenge Facts, Top 6 Brain and Social Engagement Facts, Top 6 Brain
and Stress Facts, and the Top 10 Brain Training Facts
Once you read this book and understand how to properly
apply the information provided you will be on the path to maximizing brain
health. If you have any interest in
brain fitness you will benefit from reading this book. “Without brain health, you do not have
health.” (Sandra Bond Chapman Ph.D., p. 216). Generally, when writing a book review I
include a brief list of key points. This
book has to too many key points to make the list brief. So, below I have
provided links that furnish additional information about the book.
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