Researchers say the brain begins aging before 30

New research by the University of Virginia shows that mental abilities peak at 22. The decline? It may begin as early as 27.

According to healthnews.com, the study included 2,000 men and women from ages of 18 to 60. The participants were asked to solve visual puzzles, repeat words and remember story details. They were also asked to recognize patterns.

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The studies objective was to better learn how the brain functions and when mental ability peaks. They hope this will offer more insight into how Alzheimers and other illness' work.

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