10 Dangerous Brain-Damaging Habits to Stop Immediately

to concentrate the next day. Long-term sleep problems may also be associated with poorer cognitive health.

Try to:

Go to bed and wake up at similar times each day
Keep your bedroom dark, quiet, and comfortable
Reduce screen exposure before bedtime
Seek medical advice if sleep problems persist
2. Smoking

Smoking affects much more than the lungs.

It damages blood vessels and increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, which can also affect the brain. Smoking is considered a modifiable risk factor for cognitive decline and dementia.

Quitting smoking is one