The Woodlands LearningRx recommends healthy brain habits for the new year

THE WOODLANDS, Texas – With the new year, many people make resolutions that may or may not come to fruition. While kicking an unhealthy habit can be tough, neuroscientist Dr. Bruce Lipton said that 95 percent of a person’s life is dictated by the subconscious mind, which can be accessed by setting small goals to reach a healthy lifestyle.

Kim Bellini, owner and director of The Woodlands LearningRx, suggests starting the new year right by implementing the following healthy habits for the brain:


Develop and maintain stimulating relationships. Social interaction plays a large role in keeping the brain sharp. According to Reader’s Digest, studies show that staying connected to others provides a higher level of wisdom.

Add variety to your reading. While current events are important, it is necessary to switch up the books, articles and magazines being read. Both fiction and nonfiction can help expand world views and allows us to understand new ideas and different points of view.

Stay active. People many not realize the positive effect hitting the gym or training for a marathon has on the brain. Exercise is proven to increase blood flow to the brain, which stimulates the birth of new cells.

Drink more water. Cutting out sodas and energy drinks is a great way to maintain a healthy brain. Water improves the electrical transmissions in the brain and nervous system, and provides energy for learning and keeping attention sharp.

Get enough sleep. Many studies have shown a connection between sleep and the ability to learn and retain information. Commit to turning off the TV or cellphone at a certain time to allow the mind to relax before falling asleep. Resting the brain at night is the best way to ensure brain health for long busy days.

Challenge your mind. Complex brainteasers, which involve planning and readjusting strategies, can also help improve memory.

"To ensure brain health, it is important to continuously challenge your mind and always be open to learning new things," Bellini said. "Welcome new tasks at work even though they are difficult. Don't be afraid to tackle things that are harder than you're used to. Working the brain strengthens the brain."

Encouraging children to become lifelong learners is one of the chief goals of The Woodlands LearningRx. The brain-training center, located at 10857 Kuykendahl Road, Suite 240 in The Woodlands, 77382, offers unique, one-on-one training to help students of all ages strengthen their cognitive skills and transform their abilities to learn at a core level.

To learn more about The Woodlands LearningRx, call 832-482-3082 or visit learningrx.com/the-woodlands or woodlandsenespanol.com/directorios/perfil/learningrx-the-woodlands.