Aging, physical activity, and dementia prevention

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Aging, physical activity, and dementia prevention We know that physical activity is important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Physicians recommend 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity and two days of muscle-strengthening activities each week. But how does this change as we age?  According to experts at the National Institute on Aging (NIA), older adults can benefit from […]

Can your diet improve brain health?

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Can your diet improve brain health? A healthy diet is key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. And a healthy lifestyle is the foundation of taking care of your brain. But what foods make a diet healthy? And how do these foods impact your brain?  In recent years, the research community has come to identify the […]