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3-3-30 Walk: A 30-Minute HIIT-Inspired Health Boost
health1 day ago

3-3-30 Walk: A 30-Minute HIIT-Inspired Health Boost

Good Housekeeping promotes daily 30-minute brisk walks and a 3-3-30 interval method (three minutes fast, three minutes moderate, repeated for 30 minutes) as an HIIT-like boost to cardiovascular and mental health, citing Shinshu University research that the alternating pattern produced the greatest improvements and dementia/osteoarthritis protection. The magazine also launches a 5 Million Steps Challenge to accumulate a collective total of 5 million steps, recommends adding weights for extra intensity, and highlights the Fit (Enough) Club for ongoing motivation.

via Good Housekeeping|
#cognitive-health#health#heart-health
A Year of Cardio May Make Your Brain Look Younger
health8 days ago

A Year of Cardio May Make Your Brain Look Younger

A 12-month randomized trial found that healthy adults who followed a structured aerobic program (about 150 minutes per week) had brains that appeared roughly 0.6 years younger on MRI than those who did not, with the difference approaching a full year. The change was modest and not explained by a single measured factor, suggesting multiple potential mechanisms. While larger studies are needed to link brain-age reductions to dementia risk, the findings support following current exercise guidelines to help keep the brain biologically younger into midlife.

via SciTechDaily|
#aerobic-exercise#brain-aging#cognitive-health
When Names Slip with Age, Here’s How to Reclaim Your Memory
health15 days ago

When Names Slip with Age, Here’s How to Reclaim Your Memory

As people enter midlife, brain changes and stress can make names harder to recall. Smartphones may worsen executive function, but memory can improve by reducing screen time, creating mental friction with devices, and using techniques like listening, repeating, and forming associations when meeting people. Sleep, exercise, and brain-challenging activities help too, all while adopting a forgiving attitude toward forgetfulness.

via The Boston Globe|
#aging#cognitive-health#extra
A Year of Exercise Could Make Your Brain Biologically Younger
health26 days ago

A Year of Exercise Could Make Your Brain Biologically Younger

A 12-month trial of 130 healthy adults (26–58) found that following WHO guidelines (about 150 minutes/week of moderate-to-vigorous exercise) led to brains that appeared roughly 0.6 years biologically younger on MRI than controls, while those who maintained usual routines looked about 0.35 years older. The difference approached statistical significance but was not itself definitive. The researchers couldn’t pinpoint the exact mechanism, with possibilities including subtle brain-structure changes, inflammation, or vascular factors, and long-term effects remain to be studied.

via ScienceAlert|
#aging#brain-aging#cognitive-health
Five Early Clues Dementia Might Be Emerging
health1 month ago

Five Early Clues Dementia Might Be Emerging

The piece outlines five early signs of dementia—short-term memory loss, difficulty with planning/executive tasks, personality changes, persistent word-finding trouble, and heightened susceptibility to scams—while stressing that not all cognitive changes mean dementia. It emphasizes the value of early diagnosis for planning and potential treatments, and highlights lifestyle strategies (managing blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar, good sleep, regular exercise, a healthy diet, and social engagement) that may slow progression or reduce risk.

via HuffPost|
#aging#cognitive-health#dementia
2025's Key Neuroscience Insights and Predictions for 2026
science1 month ago

2025's Key Neuroscience Insights and Predictions for 2026

2025 was a groundbreaking year in psychology and neuroscience, with studies revealing new insights into brain health, the influence of gut bacteria on social anxiety, the potential of sleep-based memory modification, and the impact of medications and lifestyle on cognitive decline and mental health. Key findings include the role of dormant viruses in Alzheimer's, the cognitive effects of common medications, innovative sleep therapies for emotional memory, and the gut-brain connection in anxiety, alongside practical health tips like optimal coffee timing and genetic influences on caffeine's effects.

via PsyPost|
#alzheimers#cognitive-health#gut-microbiome
Virtual Reality Bridges Gap for Seniors to Strengthen Real-Life Connections
health-and-wellness2 months ago

Virtual Reality Bridges Gap for Seniors to Strengthen Real-Life Connections

Virtual reality technology is being used in retirement communities to enhance social interaction, mental stimulation, and emotional well-being among older adults by allowing them to experience travel, revisit childhood memories, and engage in immersive activities, potentially reducing social isolation and cognitive decline.

via AP News|
#cognitive-health#health-and-wellness#older-adults
Secrets of Aging Gracefully: How Some Over 65 Stay Sharp and Active
health-and-aging2 months ago

Secrets of Aging Gracefully: How Some Over 65 Stay Sharp and Active

The article highlights ten key abilities that, if maintained past 65 without assistance, indicate exceptional physical, mental, and emotional health, emphasizing that aging well involves staying active, engaged, and self-reliant. It encourages younger individuals to adopt habits that support healthy aging and celebrates those who thrive in later years.

via VegOut|
#aging#cognitive-health#health-and-aging