The tip top brain of granny

There was a Dutch woman who managed to live for 115 years of age. The stunning thing is the fact that she remained mentally sharp throughout her life span and she had a very healthy brain when she passed away.

Her brain showed almost no evidence of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The researchers have observed that the limits of the human cognitive function may extend far beyond the range which is being enjoyed by most individuals.

During her 80’s, the woman have made arrangements that when she died, she would like her body to be donated to science. When she turned 111, she was wary that she might not be able to help out because she is too old. On the other hand, the scientists said that they are more interested because of her old age. When examinations were ran when she was 112 and 113, the neurological and psychological exams returned all normal. She showed signs of a healthy elder at the age of 60. There were no traces of dementia or problems with memory or attention. Her mental capacity was above average even for adults between 60 to 75.