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A 2009 Mayo Clinic study found that of 1,300 people ages 70 to 89, those that had regularly engaged in mentally challenging activities, such as reading, playing games, and doing crafts, in their 50s and early 60s were 40 percent less likely to develop memory loss than those who hadn't.

The best way to save your brain from age-related decline is to stay active.

For today's Daily Action, follow seven simple steps to stay sharp as you age.

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