The inability to focus on the task at hand plagues all of us,sometimes. But there are times when distractions such as ourphones, long to-do lists, and multiple people wanting ourattention can be more mentally taxing than others. So, what canwe do to build our mental resilience, improve memory, reducestress, and live longer happier lives? To help clear out thecognition clutter, Positive Psychology Podcast Host Lisa CypersKamen speaks to doctor and author Marc Milstein about ablueprint we can use to age-proof our brains for better living. Dr.Milstein shares excerpts from his book,The Age-Proof Brain: New Strategies to Improve Memory, Improve Immunity, and Fight Off Dementia, and cites examples of how a healthy diet, sufficient sleep, and physical movement can boost our immune system and stave off dementia. Marc Milstein PhD — Age-Proofing the Brain:●Marc reminds us that the brain is like a battery that needsrecharging. [1:52]●Marc offers tips to optimize our brain function to improvememory, focus, and productivity. [3:51]●How age-proofing the brain protects the immune system.[9:56]●The role of a healthy diet on the brain's ability to focus ona task or test. [11:26]●How physical exercise contributes to good mental healthand minimizes the risk of dementia. [14:56]●How sleep helps to flush the brain of toxins and toproblem-solve. [19:36]