New research shows that increasing physical activity between ages 45 and 65 may reduce dementia risk and strengthen ...

Perhaps not surprisingly, the scientists found that, for every cognitively challenging activity performed one day a week, ...

“Our findings suggest that increasing physical activity, even as little as five minutes per day, can reduce dementia risk in ...

This article is part of “Innovations In: Alzheimer's Disease” an editorially independent special report that was produced with financial support from Eisai. When Juli comes home after work, her ...

New cases of dementia are estimated to double by 2060, but the good news is that about 45 percent of those cases may be preventable by making lifestyle changes known to help preserve memory or ...

Dementia is a group of brain disorders that cause a decline in cognitive functions like memory and thinking. While some cognitive decline is a natural part of aging, dementia is an extreme version ...

A 40-year study shows higher physical activity in midlife and late life dramatically reduces dementia risk, highlighting movement as one of the most powerful brain-protective habits. A recent ...

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common health problems with 7.2 million Americans suffering with it. The number is ...

An estimated 42% of Americans over 55 will eventually develop dementia. A new study revealed the strongest evidence yet that a balanced diet, consistent exercise and social activity helped improve ...

Scientists have churned out a bunch of studies lately about why exercise is important for brain health and may even help to lower your risk of dementia. Now, research breaks down a specific chain ...

Age remains the greatest risk factor for Alzheimer's. However, research has shown that early-onset of the disease has also ...