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Alzheimer’s disease, dementia risk lower in seniors who exercise which protects brain’s gray matter

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Topic: Alzheimer'sPublished March 16, 2016
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Alzheimer’s disease and dementia risk are lower in seniors who exercise as physical activity has been shown to protect brain’s gray matter. A new study found that seniors who exercise regularly have larger amounts of gray matter associated with better memory and cognition.

Numerous studies have pointed to the benefits of exercise on the brain. Unfortunately, as many individuals age, they tend to become more sedentary as opposed to staying active. Investigator James T. Becker said, “Our current treatments for dementia are limited in their effectiveness, so developing approaches to prevent or slow these disorders is crucial. Our study is one of the largest to examine the relationship between physical activity and cognitive decline, and the results strongly support the notion that staying active maintains brain health.”

Read more at http://www.belmarrahealth.com/alzheimers-disease-dementia-risk-lower-in-seniors-who-exercise-which-protects-brains-gray-matter/

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