08/21/2010 - News
Brain Fitness Can Reduce Dementia
By: June Chen, MD
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Medical research has shown that consistent, long-term participation in activities that stimulate the brain is associated with a more than 60 percent reduction in the risk of dementia. By the age of 60, most people have begun to feel the effects of brain aging and, by the age of 85, nearly half of elderly adults experience impairment from some type of dementia.
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Is it possible to improve memory and increase brain power? Based on the scientific evidence, it’s clear that consistent, long-term cognitive exercise is absolutely essential to maintaining or improving brain health and reducing the risk of dementia. Invest in your brain fitness today and save $100 on the only clinically-tested brain fitness software created especially for people over 60 by visiting the Dakim Web Store.
References:
Fritsch T, et al. Participation in novelty-seeking leisure activities and Alzheimer’s disease. J Geriatr Pysch Neur 2006; 18:134-141.
Willis SL, et al. Long-term effects of cognitive training on everyday functional outcomes in older adults. JAMA 2006; 296:2805-2814.
Created on: 07/29/2010
Reviewed on: 08/21/2010
Reviewed on: 08/21/2010
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