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By Sandee LaMotte, CNN

Daytime napping is common among older adults. The longitudinal relationship between daytime napping and cognitive aging, however, is unknown. A new cohort

New research shows a genetic basis for the link between depression and increased Alzheimers risk and identifies brain transcripts and proteins that likely underlie the connection.

Exercise appears to counter inflammation in the brain, preserving cognitive ability even in the face of disease.

How staying physically active may protect the ageing brain

Simple activities like walking boost immune cells in the brain that may help to keep memory sharp and even ward off Alzheimer’s disease.

But this latest study has revealed for the first time a link between physical activity, reduced microglial activation and better cognitive function in the human brain.The studys researchers looked at 167 men and women who participated in the Rush Memory and Aging Project.

A recent study adds weight to the growing body of evidence that physical activity can protect brain health and function.

London, Nov 25: (The Conversation) Physical activity is very important for a number of reasons – including that it helps to protect the structure and function of our brain as we age. This may be key in reducing the risk of developing certain neurodegenerative conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease. Though researchers have known about the protective effect of exercise for many years, exactly why it has this effect on the brain has remained a mystery. But a recent study published [&hellip...

Researchers from the University of California found exercise in later life can reduce inflammation in the brain, which can is one of the key causes of Alzheimers disease and dementia.