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08/05/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Research: Physical fitness keeps your brain in shape too
A study published in the journal Scientific Reports found that higher levels of physical fitness are linked to better cognitive performance and improved white matter integrity. The researchers from the University of Munster in Germany, who tested mostly 30-year-olds, said that these findings further strengthen the role of physical fitness in positive brain health outcomes. “This leads us to believe that a […]
05/22/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Getting a daily dose of exercise can boost the brain power of obese and overweight individuals
Exercise improves brain functions in overweight and obese individuals, according to a recent review. Published in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, it revealed that exercise altered the size of different areas of the brain, such as the prefrontal cortex and the hippocampus. Exercise also enhanced the structural integrity of white matter, the tissue in the brain […]
02/24/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Brain power: Study links increased vitamin E levels and physical activity to better academic performance in teens
Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant that helps prevent cell damage. But according to a study, adequate levels of vitamin E, coupled with regular exercise, are also associated with improved cognitive performance in young students. The study was published in the journal BMC Pediatrics and conducted by researchers from the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at King Saud […]
11/11/2019
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By Darnel Fernandez
Obesity and smaller brains: High body fat can reduce brain volume, warn experts
Excessive accumulation of body fat has been associated with many adverse health effects like increased heart disease risk and Type 2 diabetes. Recent evidence suggests that it can also affect brain health. A study published in the journal Radiology found that higher levels of body fat can lead to lower brain volume or brain shrinkage. These findings add new evidence to […]
09/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Most cases of Alzheimer’s are preventable: New book explains how
Alzheimer’s disease is a global epidemic, especially among older adults. The irreversible and progressive disease – which causes dementia among older adults – affects over 5.5 million people in the U.S. alone. Not only is Alzheimer’s disease currently incurable; it is also one of the leading causes of death among Americans. Although the mechanisms behind the development and progression of […]
07/13/2019
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By Edsel Cook
The mechanics of why exercise is good for brain health, memory
An international study presented further evidence that irisin protects neurons in the brain from degeneration. It showed that the so-called “exercise-induced hormone” can improve memory in humans and mice. First identified in 2012 by researchers from the Harvard Medical School, irisin is a messenger hormone that helps convert white fat into brown fat, which produces heat. It was named […]
06/28/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Don’t stress, but high blood pressure is bad for your brain, too
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a condition usually associated with older adults. According to an alarming study, however, young adults with elevated blood pressure may have less gray matter in their brain. The study was published in the journal JAMA Neurology. When you’re young, you may be more concerned about obvious signs of poor health […]
05/18/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Hacking the brain: Psychological research reveals that you can train your brain to form good habits by repeating actions
It can be difficult to exercise every day, especially if you have a busy work schedule and home life; but according to a remarkable study, you can “hack” your brain into having good habits by repeating actions until you get used to doing them. The study, which was published in the journal Psychological Review, was conducted by […]
04/12/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Run toward better health: Older people who frequently jog are less likely to be sick
Older people tend to do less physical activities than younger people. However, they should not stop exercising because of their age as it helps fight the challenges of aging. One of the exercises older people should engage in is running. Running is a vigorous aerobic exercise that gets the heart and lungs pumping, which is good […]
04/01/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Exercise found to reduce the severity of Alzheimer’s symptoms
Early-onset autosomal dominant Alzheimer’s, also known as dominantly inherited Alzheimer’s disease, is a rare form of Alzheimer’s disease that causes memory loss and dementia in people typically in their 30s to 50s. In a recent study published in the journal Alzheimer’s & Dementia, a team of researchers found that physical exercise may delay cognitive decline […]
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