Breakthrough in Alzheimer's: Lifestyle Changes and Exercise Show Promise in Slowing Cognitive Decline
June 12, 2024Dr. Dean Ornish's clinical trial on Alzheimer's disease demonstrated that lifestyle interventions can improve cognitive skills and reduce amyloid levels in participants.
Not all participants experienced improvements, but the results indicate progress in Alzheimer's treatment.
Further research and larger sample sizes are needed, as emphasized by additional studies from Dr. Ornish and Dr. Schindler.
Participant Cici Zerbe showed significant benefits from the intervention program, underlining the potential of lifestyle changes on brain health.
A new study in Aging Cell found that exercise can prevent cognitive decline by rejuvenating aged microglia, reducing inflammation in brain cells and improving cognitive function in aged mice.
Exercise also improved other brain cells like astrocytes and oligodendrocytes, highlighting its cellular benefits on the aging brain.
The findings underscore the importance of timely intervention and ongoing research in combating Alzheimer's disease.
The article also notes that structured routines can reduce stress and increase productivity, enhancing overall well-being.
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