Find out how you can lower your risk of dementia by 45%.

Exercise increases blood flow and oxygen to the brain, supporting memory and thinking. Strength training may enhance cognitive performance and slow brain degeneration. Aim for 30-45 minutes of ...

There's growing evidence linking brain health with exercise. A new study from Victoria University (VU) strengthens the case ...

While you might know that you need to exercise your body, did you know that it might also be important to exercise your mind? You've probably heard the old adage "use it or lose it." Many researchers ...

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and early Alzheimers disease can make everyday thinking tasks feel harder, whether that means remembering names, following a conversation, or feeling confident in a new ...

The brain, in other words, is the orchestra conductor which orders the body’s movements. We call the faculties that allow us to interact with our environment cognitive abilities. These include ...

With an aging population, rates of dementia will only climb, yet doctors have few effective strategies for addressing the worst symptoms. more Mild cognitive impairment, in which older adults show ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Maaskot via Getty Images Regular exercise during midlife makes brains functionally younger. That's the bracing conclusion of a new ...

Yeah, yeah, we all know that exercise is good for us and, frankly, many would say enough on the subject. Stronger muscles, improved balance, quicker gait, longer endurance and weight ...

Your brain isn’t destined to slow down as you age, despite what you might have been told. While some cognitive changes are normal with aging, significant decline isn’t inevitable — and there’s one ...

According to the World Health Organization, nearly 1 in 6 people worldwide are living with a neurological disorder. In the U.S. alone, approximately 5.8 million people have Alzheimer's disease, and 1 ...