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        "msgid": "three-daily-habits-that-cause-brain-shrinkage-be-aware-of-cerebral-atrophy-1772156382",
        "date": "2026-02-26 16:29:00",
        "title": "Three Daily Habits That Cause Brain Shrinkage: Be Aware of Cerebral Atrophy",
        "author": "Putri Rosmalia",
        "source": "MEDIA_INDONESIA",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Social Policy",
        "summary": "Recent medical data suggests that modern lifestyles are accelerating brain shrinkage, even in younger people. The article highlights three key habits \u2013 poor nutrition, lack of physical activity, and insufficient sleep \u2013 that contribute to cerebral atrophy and offers advice on how to mitigate these effects through lifestyle changes.",
        "content": "<p>Do you find yourself becoming more forgetful, having difficulty\nconcentrating, or feeling mentally sluggish? Be careful, as this could\nbe a sign that your brain is shrinking faster than it should. In the\nmedical world, this condition is known as Cerebral Atrophy.<\/p>\n<p>Although the brain naturally shrinks with age, the latest medical\ndata in 2026 indicates that modern lifestyles are drastically\naccelerating this process. In fact, the brains of young people can\nappear \u201colder\u201d by several years due to habits that are often\noverlooked.<\/p>\n<p>Many people still believe that eating simply to feel full is enough,\nwithout paying attention to nutritional balance. The habit of consuming\nexcessive carbohydrates (such as large portions of rice or flour-based\nfoods) without balancing it with protein and micronutrient intake is\nvery risky.<\/p>\n<p>According to neurosurgeon, Dr.\u00a0Dimas Rahman Setiawan, SpBS, the brain\nneeds protein, vitamins, and minerals as fuel for cell regeneration and\nto maintain optimal nerve function.<\/p>\n<p>Physical activity greatly assists in the process of nutrient\nabsorption into the brain. When we move, blood flow increases and\ntriggers the release of proteins that maintain the survival of neurons.\nThe habit of being \u201clazy\u201d or sitting for too long without taking breaks\nfor physical activity deprives the brain of the biological stimulation\nit needs to maintain its volume.<\/p>\n<p>Sleep is not just about rest; it is a crucial phase for the brain to\ncleanse toxins from metabolic waste. Consistently getting less than 7\nhours of sleep per night can increase levels of stress hormones that\ndamage neurons and reduce brain plasticity.<\/p>\n<p>The good news is that the human brain has neuroplasticity, meaning\nthat we can improve or at least slow down the shrinkage process by\nchanging our habits.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t wait until severe symptoms of dementia appear. Start taking\ncare of your brain today with a healthier lifestyle. (H-3)<\/p>\n<p>Several studies show that there are daily habits related to brain\nshrinkage or brain atrophy.<\/p>\n<p>Women show a decrease in fewer areas, and the thickness of their\ncortex does not change much with age.<\/p>\n<p>Neurologists reveal that modern lifestyles, such as sitting for too\nlong, stress, and lack of sleep, can trigger brain shrinkage.<\/p>\n<p>The health condition of legendary actor Bruce Willis has once again\ncaptured public attention after he was confirmed to have Frontotemporal\nDementia (FTD).<\/p>\n<p>The habit of sitting and lying down for too long turns out to not\nonly have a bad impact on physical health, but also carries the risk of\ncausing brain shrinkage.<\/p>",
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