Reading and sleeping are keys to keeping mentally fit among seniors


Study finds those aged 65 and older have sharper minds when they get at least seven hours of sleep and read a lot.

Seven hours of sleep a night and lots of reading. That seems to be the magic formula for keeping mentally alert into old age, according to the findings of a new study out of Spain.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Lifestyle , reading , sleeping , mental health

   

Next In Health

Four ways to loosen up a stiff back
A simple step to help stop the spread of infectious diseases
Shortsightedness at epidemic levels due to uptick in near work
Do parents need to be worried if puberty doesn't come on time?
Reason to quit smoking: It's getting too pricey
All that junk food could have a permanent effect on your teens' brain
Natural methods to relieve seasonal allergic rhinitis
Into muscle bulking? Watch out for these unhealthy practices
Are you embarrassed by your multiple sclerosis symptoms? You're not alone
Preparing for your first run? Here's how to kill it, without killing yourself

Others Also Read