India, July 24 -- The brain continues to grow, develop, and change over the years. While maybe its growth peaks in early adulthood but it never really stops changing, evolving across each decade. While the graph of cognitive decline may begin from late adulthood itself, proper brain-healthy routine help protect and reduce risks of neurodegenerative diseases. The first shift in brain is seen in 30s which marks the beginning of the gradual degenerative tranformation that happens over the decades.

Dr Jayadev Panchawagh, consultant neurosurgeon, Sahyadri Super Speciality Hospital, Deccan Gymkhana, Pune, shared with HT Lifestyle how brain is a rich organ which is always evolving.

He said, "Transitioning from early adulthood into middle age a...