Habits such as smoking cigarettes, excessive alcohol consumption, or a sedentary lifestyle can be harmful to the brain, increasing inflammation and the risk of cerebrovascular diseases. Avoid unhealthy habits to prevent memory problems.
Quit smoking cigarettes.
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Try to quit smoking or at least reduce cigarette consumption.
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Tell your family and friends that you're trying to quit smoking so they can help and support you.
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Try to reduce meetings or gatherings with people you usually smoke with. Your cravings for cigarettes will decrease.
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Find an activity to distract yourself whenever you feel the urge to smoke (e.g., go for a walk).
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If you find it difficult to quit smoking or reduce your cigarette consumption, consult a doctor or visit a clinic.
Reduce excessive alcohol consumption.
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Having a glass of wine a day can be good, but avoid excess. Try to stick to just one glass of wine or at least reduce alcohol consumption.
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Tell your family and friends that you're trying to quit drinking alcohol so they can help and support you.
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Try to reduce meetings or gatherings with people you usually drink alcohol excessively with. Your cravings to drink will decrease.
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Find an activity to distract yourself whenever you feel the urge to drink excessively (e.g., go for a walk).
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If you find it difficult to quit drinking excessively or reduce your alcohol consumption, consult a doctor or visit a clinic.