Áine Kelly, professor in physiology at the Trinity College Dublin, shares insights on the benefits of exercise for our memory, blood vessels and immune…
Researchers and physicians once thought that people suffering from dementia wouldn’t understand or follow instructions to perform physical exercises, says Dr. Tim Fleiner, an…
There’s growing evidence that exercise is not just good for the body, but also the brain, boosting memory and overall brain health. It’s been…
If the fountain of youth does exist, it’s at the end of a cycling path, a new study suggests. A lifetime of vigorous exercise—cycling,…
After decades of failed drug trials, scientists are turning their attention to lifestyle interventions, as they look for ways to battle dementia. In a recent…
The appeal of brain boosting pills is obvious: a simple solution that supports cognitive function, making you sharper, improving your memory. This sort of…
A ground-breaking 2015 study showed that some cases of dementia are preventable with the right exercise and diet. We sat down with the study’s…
According to a leading neurology researcher, getting at least 10,000 steps per day can decrease your chance of getting Alzheimer’s by as much as…
Research shows that cardiovascular exercise, even in small amounts, has a beneficial impact on brain health — and staying active in older age could…
At AAIC, reporter Phil Gutis learns low-intensity exercise could stop mild cognitive impairment in its tracks. But, researchers say, knowing this is only half…
Swimming gives your brain a boost – but scientists don’t know yet why it’s better than other aerobic activities. Seena Mathew, assistant professor of biology…
Early research shows that consistent use of saunas or hot tubs may offer similar health benefits to traditional aerobic exercise — including lowering a…
Can exergaming — combining exercise and cognitive training in a video game — reduce dementia symptoms in older adults? Interactive gaming consoles like the…
Studies have repeatedly shown that contact sports like hockey and football lead to repeated brain injuries that can cause CTE. However, research has also…
Being Patient spoke with Dr. Majid Fotuhi, a neuroscientist and the medical director of NeuroGrow Brain Fitness Center in McLean, Virginia, about his research…