Where does your state fit?
PR Web published the top ten list for state’s brain Health. My own Minnesota ends up 28th. Interesting is that 8 of the ten “winners” are near the extreme northeastern corner of the country.
Does cold weather preserve the brain, or is it the rugged living of tough weather.
Top 10 “Brain Smart” States
No. 1: The District of Columbia. In addition to consuming high amounts of fish and DHA omega-3 fortified foods and supplements, residents of the nation’s capital are bookworms, ranking top in the nation (tying with Alaska) in reading for personal interest.
No. 2: Maryland. Maryland residents keep their brains healthy by eating well. This state is one of the three top-ranked states when it comes to consumption of DHA omega-3-fortified foods and supplements.
No. 3: Washington state. Washington is tied for first place along with the Northern New England states for eating the most fish per capita.
No. 4: Vermont. A pat on the back for Vermont residents for using their brainpower to do good deeds. Vermont is the highest-ranking state in the area of community involvement, including volunteerism.
No. 5: Connecticut. Connecticut gets an A in education. Making quality education a priority gives this state a brain boost.
No. 6: Colorado: Coloradans are paying attention to their brain health. Colorado is the highest-ranking, noncoastal state to consume fish.
No. 7: Massachusetts. Highly insured, this state is tied with Hawaii for being No. 1 in the nation for health insurance coverage.
No. 8: New Jersey. New Jersey has the secret to better mental health. It has one of the lowest rates of serious psychological distress in the nation.
No. 9: Maine. Never bet a native Mainer in a game of cards. The state ranks among the top two states that boost brain health through game playing.
No. 10: New Hampshire. While the state has managed to maintain its brain health through high consumption of fish, it is one of three states with the lowest involvement in religious/spiritual activities.
States That Could Use a Brain Boost
No. 50: Alabama. Are residents allergic to fish? Alabama is the second-lowest ranking state in the nation when it comes to consumption of fish.
No. 51: Louisiana. While Louisiana ranks high for involvement in religious and spiritual activities, it has the lowest breastfeeding rate nationwide. Breastfeeding naturally provides DHA omega-3, important for brain development of infants, setting them on the right path for brain health.
Other Key Index Findings
No. 17: New York. New Yorkers could improve in the area of community involvement, including volunteerism.
No. 20: California. Californians must be making frequent trips to the farmers’ markets—the state ranks the third highest in the nation for eating fruits and vegetables five or more times per day.
No. 23: Nevada. Residents of Nevada need to stop gambling with brain health and pick up a book! Nevada ranks among the lowest in the nation for education and reading for personal interest.
No. 26: Texas. Make a visit to the local library on your list of things to do this weekend, Texans. Texas ranks last when it comes to reading for personal interest.
No. 28: Minnesota. The Land of 10,000 Lakes is the most physically active state and has the lowest incidence of cardiovascular disease-related deaths in the nation.
No. 42: North Dakota. Time to take a nap. North Dakotans receive the least amount of sleep nationwide.
via First Brain Health lndex Ranks America’s “Brain Smarts” Based on 21 Indicators: D.C. Ranks No. 1.
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