We’re officially in the summertime. Other than finding opportunities to splash in a swimming pool, what are you doing with your leisure time? Perhaps you should consider reading a few great books!
Brain Boosts!
According to thehealthsite.com, there are several science-based rewards that come with reading, such as:
- Mental exercise:
Reading is like a pleasant form of exercise for your brain that helps improve its cognitive functions throughout the day and night.
- Reduction of stress:
We’re all living with high anxiety these days! But a stressful mind only brings about ill health—both physically and mentally. Reading books can help transport your thinking from stress to stillness in a matter of minutes. - Improvement in memory power:
Reading develops your memory by acting as a workout for your brain. Remembering characters and little details can help improve your memory as well.
- Enhanced analytical skills:
A book is a virtual world in which you feel involved, and also improves your reasoning skills.
- Better concentration:
Reading books can improve your concentration and stimulate patience. Reading a book requires a lot of focus; it trains your mind to concentrate.
- Inner peace:
Reading a book prompts inner peace. It fills you with knowledge and gives you a feeling of satisfaction and achievement. Some avid readers believe if you have a book in your presence—you have a friend with you!
- Helps maintain blood pressure and calories:
Reading is a brain activity that also burns more calories than simply sitting (that is if you don’t binge on junk food while reading), and helps maintain your blood pressure levels.
You may not think you’re that interested in reading, but when you find a topic and an author you’re interested in following, you will likely change your mind. Give reading another try and improve your overall health at the same time!