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How To Keep Your Brain Young

PROFESSOR KERRYN PHELPS, AM

In her latest book, GP and Professor Kerryn Phelps AM addresses what we all fear: losing mental function as we age. While ageing physically is inevitable, ageing mentally is not. Through the ongoing science of neuroplasticity, we know that our brains are continually capable of rewiring and relearning. Professor Phelps applies this knowledge to an array of simple, sustainable lifestyle habits, showing how anyone, whether starting at 40 or 80, can age gracefully and keep mentally sharp. From diet and exercise to gut microbiome and mindfulness techniques, Professor Phelps

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