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·February 13, 2019·5 min read

Chronic Inflammation in Middle Age May Lead to Thinking and Memory Problems Later

Researchers report those who experience chronic inflammation during middle may be at increased risk of developing cognitive and memory disorders during old age.

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·February 13, 2019·3 min read

Exercise Gives Older Men a Better Brain Boost

According to a new study, men have a stronger positive correlation between cardiorespiratory fitness and brain function as they age.

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·February 9, 2019·5 min read

How Exercise May Protect Against Alzheimer’s

Researchers report irisin, a hormone released during physical exercise, may promote neurogenesis in the hippocampus. The study sheds new light on why exercise helps improve memory and could help to protect the brain against Alzheimer's disease.

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·February 2, 2019·4 min read

Exercise is Your Best Defense Against Deep Abdominal Fat

Researchers report the most effective way to reduce internal, visceral fat is to exercise.

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·January 31, 2019·3 min read

Exercise Benefits Brains and Blood Flow Changes in Older Adults

Exercise is associated with improved brain function and a decrease in cerebral blood flow in older people with mild cognitive impairment, a new study reports.

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·January 23, 2019·6 min read

Physical Activity Can Prevent Against Depression

A new study adds to growing evidence that higher levels of physical activity can help reduce the risk of developing mental illness. Researchers found physical activity can reduce depression risks in those genetically vulnerable to depressive disorders.

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·January 22, 2019·4 min read

Should Physicians Treat eSports Players as College Athletes

Study reports physicians should treat eSports players as athletes and provide appropriate levels of preventative care, as well as treatment for injuries associated with playing computer games.

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·January 18, 2019·4 min read

Moving More in Old Age May Protect Brain From Dementia

According to researchers, older adults who move more than average may be better protected from dementia symptoms. The study reports physical activity helps maintain cognitive skills when there are signs of Alzheimer's pathology in the brain.

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·January 14, 2019·4 min read

Physical Activity of Any Type or Amount Cuts Health Risk From Sitting

A new study reports replacing 30 minutes of sitting down with physical activity, of any intensity or amount, can significantly reduce health risks and improve mortality.

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·January 9, 2019·4 min read

Common Food Additive Derails Good Exercise Habits

Researchers report inorganic phosphate, an additive and preservative used in up to 70% of foods in the common American diet, may reduce the desire and ability to exercise.

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·January 8, 2019·3 min read

Exercise Hormone May Slow Alzheimer’s Progression

Researchers report the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease contain less of the exercise related hormone called irisin. Boosting levels of irisin in the brain could slow the progression of the neurodegenerative disease.