The habit of relaxing in front of the television can negatively affect memory and brain function. This conclusion was reached by scientists who analyzed data from a study published by Medical Xpress. The important factor is not the mere act of resting, but how actively the brain is engaged at that moment.
Scientists divided sedentary leisure into two types – active and passive. Reading, crossword puzzles, and other intellectual activities were classified as active, while watching television, during which the brain is hardly engaged, was classified as passive.
The study involved more than 20,000 people aged 35 to 64, who were monitored for about 20 years. It turned out that the passive form of leisure is more often associated with an increased risk of cognitive impairments.
Experts emphasized that even partially replacing television with more 'intelligent' activities can help preserve memory and reduce the risk of developing dementia in the future.
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