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Every week we’ll feature a new question submitted to our experts by a Premium Member. Question: “Is Sudoku good for my brain?”Dr. Geen’s Answer:Absolutely! Sudoku can be good for your brain, but it’s only part of the picture. Sudoku exercises certain parts of the brain associated with math, logic, and short-term memory, which are all important. However, other areas of the brain aren't being used. Our brains have many regions that control different functions - from movement and emotion to creativity and problem-solving. To keep your whole brain healthy, it’s important to engage in a mix of hobbies that activate different areas, or choose hobbies that activate almost all key areas at once, such as gardening. The other important thing when it comes to hobbies is to keep challenging yourself. Just like how you gradually lift more weight at the gym, walk further, or run faster, you need to gradually build up and continually challenge your brain when it comes to your hobbies. Think outside the box. Get outside your comfort zone. That’s where the best living and strongest memories are made, so it’s a win-win in every way. Try this challenge for the summer: Pick one new hobby this week that challenges a different part of your brain, and commit to spending 2 hours each week on it for the month of July. Your future self will thank you. Have a question for our experts?
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