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10 Reasons Why We Should Read Every Day

1. MENTAL STIMULATION

Studies have shown that staying mentally stimulated can slow the progress of (or possibly even prevent) Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, since keeping our brain active and engaged prevents it from losing power.

2. STRESS REDUCTION/MINDFULNESS

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