How Exercise Boosts Brain Function And Lowers Dementia Risk
Justin Lambert via Getty Images Movement of any kind is tied to faster cognitive-processing speed, according to a new study. During these check-ins, participants reported their recent physical activity and completed short cognitive assessments that measured their cognitive-processing speed and so-called working memory, the brain’s short-term storage. “ is one of the 10 factors that improve cognition and brain health in general,” said Azizi, adding that it also decreases your likelihood of developing degenerative diseases like dementia or Parkinson’s. “Over longer periods of time, exercise and physical activity increase formation of new brain cells, neuron and glia alike, which will impact memory and other functions of the brain,” said Azizi. Physical activity is also good for your cardiovascular health, and “our heart, of course, is linked to our brain,” said Rogalski.
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