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A comment on Ask HN: I'm 40 and feel my mental ability declining. Programming seems harder.

Re:Ask HN: I'm 40 and feel my mental ability declining. Prog... by wusher on Tuesday January 10, 2023 @11:37AM (#34327463)
Not sure if OP is a male or not but if you are get your testosterone levels checked and if they are low, fix them. I was going through the same thing at the same age. Your milage my vary but that was a complete game changer for all aspects of my life.
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Re:Ask HN: I'm 40 and feel my mental ability declining. Prog... by anon7725 on Tuesday January 10, 2023 @11:41AM (#34327517)
I would also suggest getting tested for vitamin B12 levels. I began taking B12 injections to compensate for a very low level and it has been a night and day improvement in my energy levels and ability to focus.
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