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Topic- Exercise
Mind-body exercises show some benefits for MCI
Mind-body exercises, including tai chi, yoga and qigong, are associated with certain improvements in cognitive function in individuals with mild cognitive impairment, according to a recent study.
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Resistance training may help prevent type 2 diabetes
Results of a two-year study showed that resistance training (RT) is "a viable option for patients seeking to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes," researchers say.
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Exercise may boost brain function in those with MCI
Exercise training reduces brain blood flow and improved cognitive performance in a group of 17 older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), according to University of Maryland School of Public Health researchers.
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Yoga top exercise across ages
While walking is the most popular form of individual exercise for adults ages 18-65, yoga is the most popular group exercise across all age groups, considering both facility-based and outdoor/social group exercises, according to the 2019 Mindbody Wellness Index Report, "Fitness in America: behaviors, attitudes, and trends."
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American Heart Assn recommends exercise therapy for PAD
The American Heart Association has released an updated scientific statement on the management of peripheral artery disease (PAD) that recommends various types of supervised exercise therapy as first-line treatment for the condition.
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Aerobic exercise for 6 months may boost cognitive skills
Walking or cycling for 35 minutes three times a week for six months may improve thinking skills in older adults with cognitive impairments without dementia, according to a study published in Neurology.
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