Brainteasers are a great way to push the mind to its limits and test one of the most important organs in the body.
They can come in many different forms, they can be observational, analytical, or mathematical. This latest brainteaser from Earth Web is an example of an observational brainteaser.
Your task is to try and work out what the missing word is. In the graphic above there is an incomplete word, below this is a separate box with a random assortment of letters that you need to use to work out what that word is.
Some people are able to solve this puzzle immediately, whist others can take much longer. Your task is to try and solve it in just under 27 seconds.
Did you solve the brainteaser? No worries if not, the answer is above; the completed word was meant to say innovation.
One of the great things about brainteasers is that while they may seem like a brief distraction before work or whilst spending a few moments in a waiting room, they can help stimulate the mind.
Some experts have claimed that brainteasers and other brain puzzles could have long-term health benefits because they act like exercise for the brain, keeping it healthy. As a result, some people have suggested they could reduce someone’s risk of dementia.
This doesn’t mean brainteasers will stop someone from developing dementia, but doing they regularly could help to maintain cognitive health.
Dementia is one of the UK’s biggest health crises and the number of cases is growing every year. Although treatments are in development, a lot of studies have focussed on what people can do to reduce their risk.
UK Med’s Dr Alexis Missck told Express.co.uk: “Studies have found that daily activities such as cleaning, gardening, brisk walking and washing up can all reduce the risk of dementia.
“To help prevent dementia, avoid sitting down for too long, drinking above the recommended limits and smoking.
“There is also a higher risk for dementia for people who are experiencing loneliness and social isolation, so it is a good idea to talk to a GP if you are experiencing these issues.”
