Dr Sood shared that studies have shown people with more muscle mass have their brains appear younger in MRI scans.

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With age comes a natural decline in cognitive function, even among otherwise healthy adults without dementia. A new study finds that a cognitive training program may boost production of a brain ...

McGill University researchers found training your brain in a specific, targeted, computerized way can produce important biochemical improvements.

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The simple act of walking backwards, though rarely practiced in daily life, might offer unexpectedly powerful benefits for brain health. This unconventional movement pattern challenges the brain in ...

While standing on one leg may seem like a simple exercise, it becomes harder as you age. If you train yourself to do it, you ...

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