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The reason why cooking habits are
considered a good exercise for the brain. 

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Dr. Kunan Shud, an internist in the US,
said a new study from the Tokyo 

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Institute of Science, Japan, 

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shows that self-cooking can bring
benefits to brain health. 

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In a study tracking nearly 11,000 people
aged 65 and over in Japan over 6 years, 

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people who prepare their own meals at
least once a week have a lower risk of 

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dementia, about 30%, than the group
that rarely or never cooks. 

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Cooking is not simply processing food
but also a form of brain training. 

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This process requires the performer to
memorize formulas, plan, arrange 

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steps, manage time, 

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make decisions and coordinate many operations at the same time. 

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Thanks to that, many brain regions are
activated and maintain regular activity. 

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In addition, people who cook regularly
also tend to maintain a healthier lifestyle, 

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including a balanced diet, regular
exercise and maintaining a stable lifestyle. 

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Although research has not proven that
cooking will directly prevent memory loss, 

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but activities that help the brain stay
active can support long-term cognitive health.