A new study from the University of Bristol suggests that regular aerobic exercise could significantly reduce the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease. Researchers discovered that exercise led to a decrease in protein build-ups associated with Alzheimer's in the brains of rats, and improvements in communication between brain cells. The findings highlight the potential of aerobic exercise as a preventative strategy for dementia.
Scientists from the University of Bristol say the key here is aerobic exercise – and the best part? It’s free!Warning as popular breakfast linked to '13% higher dementia risk', experts find
"This research highlights the potential for aerobic exercise to serve as a cornerstone in preventive strategies for Alzheimer's." There is currently no cure for the disease, although promising drugs to slow down its progress are currently in trials.‘Stomach-shaped’ hairball found in intestine of girl with ‘Rapunzel syndrome’found that the risk of cognitive decline reduced by 15 per cent in those who exercised once or twice per week and by 10 per cent in the "regularly active" who exercised more often.
The deadly disease affects around 944,000 people living in Britain today, with experts predicting numbers will hit 1million before the end of the decade.is the most common form of the condition, and is thought to be caused by build-ups of proteins in the brain, including tau and amyloid.Iron accumulation in oligodendrocytes is also linked to Alzheimer’s, as excess iron can lead to oxidative stress, which harms nerve cell function.
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