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5 Innocent Habits That Are Making You Dumb
I can bet you have at least one of these.
Do you feel soggy often?
Does it happen to you that you are not productive at some times of the day?
We all have habits that we do daily without thinking about them. But some of these habits might actually be making us dumber!
Our brain is a marvelous thing. It is constantly growing and making connections. But if we don’t take care of it, it will start to degenerate. We often do a lot of things that may seem harmless but, in fact, are actually hurting our brains.
Here are five innocent habits hurting your brain and stopping you from achieving your full potential.
Your Powerful Sweet Tooth
You love sweets, don’t you? Who doesn’t?
Insulin is a hormone that helps your brain function properly. But too much sugar is bad for your brain. It can lead to inflammation and resistance to insulin.
Various research has shown that eating sugar can lead to poor cognitive function and can slow your brain functioning.
So, the next time you reach for that candy bar, think again! It’s okay to have them sometimes, but having sugar in your coffee, meals, and “healthy” juices is not…
