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The prospect of developing dementia is a frightening one for most people. Although there is a genetic component to dementia, lifestyle plays a key role in brain health as we age. In fact, there are two key health-related measures you should follow closely to lower your risk of dementia later in life.
Be fit now and enjoy a healthier brain later? That’s what a new study implies. Find out why how exercise changes your brain, improves brain health and reduces your risk for dementia later in life.
Want to keep your brain sharp? Try flexing your muscles. You may not see a direct connection between brain health and your muscles, but research suggests that working your muscles against resistance may protect your memory.
You already know that diets high in processed carbs and sugar aren’t good for your waistline, but a new study points to another drawback of eating the wrong kinds of carbohydrates. It could impact your memory and brain health. Find out more about how diet affects cognitive function and what types of foods to add to your plate – and which to avoid.
Think the only good reason to exercise is to firm up your body? Even if you’re satisfied with your physique, working up a sweat can slow down Father Time. Here are five ways exercise slows down the aging process.
Exercise does good things for your waistline and for your muscles, but can it improve the health of your brain? Find out what role exercise plays in brain health and how working out wards off brain aging.
