Engaging in cognitively demanding tasks such as heavy lifting can also stimulate the brain, not just traditional brain games. The key is to incorporate novelty as the brain becomes accustomed to routine activities, even in stressful jobs. While crossword puzzles and brain games are initially beneficial, their neuroprotective effects diminish over time, emphasizing the need for novel and challenging activities to continually stimulate the brain.

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