SaralnamaDr Pal Manickam, a gut health expert, shared 10 habits that can damage brain function. These include skipping sleep, sitting too long, multitasking, poor diet, chronic stress, social isolation, loud music, lack of mental stimulation, dehydration, and screen overexposure. Dr Shivakumar H R from SS SPARSH Hospital, Bangalore, suggested ways to improve brain health. He recommends staying organized, getting enough sleep, doing mental exercises, regular physical activity, stress reduction, and focusing on diet. Experts also advise mindful detox from digital devices. To protect your brain, aim for 6-8 hours of sleep and engage in brain-stimulating activities like puzzles or reading. (Updated 27 Sep 2025, 08:29 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Dr Pal Manickam, a gut health expert, shared 10 habits that can damage brain function
- These include skipping sleep, sitting too long, multitasking, poor diet , chronic stress, social isolation, loud music, lack of mental stimulation, dehydration, and screen overexposure
- Dr Shivakumar H R from SS SPARSH Hospital , Bangalore, suggested ways to improve brain health