Prevent memory loss, maintain and restore brain power.
1. Aerobicize – Believe it or not, studies have shown that aerobic exercise – but not weight training – can make you smarter! The physical benefits of aerobic exercise, especially improved cardiovascular health, are well-known and documented. Not so well-known is that such exercise can have profoundly beneficial effects upon the brain as well. Consider this ground-breaking research:
A 2009 study by University of North Carolina researchers used magnetic resonance angiograms to determine that elderly subjects who did regular aerobic exercise… Continue reading Categories
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September 1st, 2011Prevent memory loss, maintain and restore brain power.
1. Aerobicize – Believe it or not, studies have shown that aerobic exercise – but not weight training – can make you smarter! The physical benefits of aerobic exercise, especially improved cardiovascular health, are well-known and documented. Not so well-known is that such exercise can have profoundly beneficial effects upon the brain as well. Consider this ground-breaking research:
A 2009 study by University of North Carolina researchers used magnetic resonance angiograms to determine that elderly subjects who did regular aerobic exercise… Continue reading Mid-Life Health Fights Alzheimers
August 5th, 2009
Fore go those fries!
High blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes in middle age play a huge role in the later risk for dementia, a four-decade-long study of close to 10,000 Americans now reports. Elevated total cholesterol (240 milligrams per deciliter) raises the risk for developing Alzheimer's disease (AD) 66 percent. Even people with borderline to moderately high cholesterol levels have significantly higher likelihood of dementia later in life.
Smoking ups the odds for Alzheimer's to 70 percent. Anyone with high blood pressure at 40 is 60 percent more likely to develop dementia, and middle-aged… Continue reading My Monday Morning Memo
June 1st, 2009
Happy June!!
Just heard about the nation's longest-running study of aging , the Baltimore Longitudinal Study.
Since this month heralds a new birthday for me, I have become extremely interested in studies of this kind - as those of us striving for "quality longevity" should be :)
Since 1958, the study has included about 1,500 participants who are regularly tested for in-depth physicals, memory, and various screenings. Years before it occurs, the study can indicate signs of Alzheimer's and other types of dementia.
Even though cancer is a big concern about most Americans, the Baltimore Longitudinal Study has revealed the most critical concern of… Continue reading
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