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09/09/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Study: Aerobic exercise is key to lowering the risk of dementia among the elderly
Regular exercise among older adults is critical to good health. It keeps aging bodies from becoming stiff and susceptible to chronic conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes and arthritis. But scientists find that maintaining optimum fitness in old age might also protect against another age-related problem: brain decline. In a major breakthrough, Rong Zhang, an expert […]
09/07/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Keep moving for better cognitive function: Regular exercise delays brain deterioration in those at risk for Alzheimer’s
Exercising is one of the best things that older adults can do to reduce their risk of dementia, according to the findings of a recent randomized controlled trial (RCT). In a major breakthrough, Rong Zhang, a neurologist at the University of Texas Southwestern (UTSW) Medical Center, and his colleagues found that regular aerobic exercise training can […]
09/29/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Regular exercise can keep dementia at bay – adding more hours reduces the brain’s aging process
Dementia is one of the most common problems older adults encounter, but no matter how common it is, it can be preventable. One of the best ways to keep dementia at bay is to exercise regularly, according to a study published in the journal JAMA Network Open. This is good news for those who are […]
06/21/2019
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By Cassie B.
You can outrun dementia: Keeping active throughout middle age reduces your risk
What comes to mind when you think of ways to prevent dementia? Many people associate brain exercises with reducing your risk of this heartbreaking illness, but it turns out that physical exercise can be just as beneficial. The latest study supporting this idea recently appeared in the journal Neurology. Researchers looked at 800 Swedish women […]
06/20/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Resveratrol and exercise found to reduce risk of bone fractures in elderly patients with Alzheimer’s
Older people are more likely to develop diseases such as osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s disease. These progressive conditions also increase the risk of fracture. To lower the risk, a team of researchers at Midwestern University and Auburn University suggests that older people take resveratrol and exercise regularly. For the study, the researchers looked at the effect […]
06/17/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Exercise linked to a decreased likelihood of age-related dementia and memory loss
The findings of a recent animal study may offer new hope to millions of people who have Alzheimer’s disease. The Harvard-led effort reports that physical exercise could improve the condition of the brains of mice with dementia. The study shows that working out made it possible for new neurons to grow in the hippocampus, the region […]
06/05/2019
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By Chloe Divino
Move your feet to prevent dementia: Research shows exercise boosts brain function
Walking has long been linked to multiple health benefits, but a recent study from the University of Maryland suggests that it could be the key to preventing dementia. In the study, which was published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, researchers looked at the effects of exercise, specifically walking, on the brain function of a group of […]
05/23/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Get moving, your brain needs it – study
Physical exercise is not just good for building up muscles and endurance. Studies show that working out also improves your brain in many ways. Many of the positive effects of exercise also extend to the brain. For example, physical activity speeds up the heart rate to deliver more oxygen throughout the body. The brain is one of […]
03/26/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Science-backed strategies to strengthen your memory
You do not need nootropic substances to improve your attention, memory, and productivity. There are all-natural mental strategies that can strengthen your brain functions on a daily basis without resorting to so-called “smart drugs” or other special treatments. Some of these memory enhancement strategies will work within hours or even minutes. By taking up at […]
03/15/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Physical exercise reduces severity of Alzheimer’s symptoms
A study published in the journal Alzheimer’s & Dementia revealed that physical exercise can improve cognitive function and reduce the severity of the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers looked at the effects of physical activity in people with early-onset autosomal dominant Alzheimer’s disease. Early-onset autosomal dominant Alzheimer’s disease is a rare form of Alzheimer’s […]
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