Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A study found that those who exercised regularly were 10 per cent less likely to develop dementia by their 70s than those who had ...

Exercise is known to improve heart health, build strength, and boost mood. But did you know it may also help prevent dementia (the loss of memory, problem-solving, and thinking abilities)? Learn about ...

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Keeping our minds sharp and active can keep our brains healthy. "Any exercise retrains the brain," says Dr. Perminder Bhatia. "What happens when people get dementia is that ...

Some exciting new research shows it may be possible to do something to reduce your risk of developing dementia as you grow older. The study found that cognitive training (brain training exercises) can ...

Physical activity of any intensity after a diagnosis of dementia is associated with a significantly lower risk for all-cause mortality, a new study showed. Researchers noted that the findings suggest ...

Think five minutes isn't enough time to make a difference in terms of health and well-being? It could actually be enough time to stave off a disease that afflicts many people in their later years.

From climbing the stairs to carrying heavy shopping bags, these everyday movements can have a positive impact on your ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Regular exercise can help people with dementia think a little more clearly, and care for themselves a bit more, a new study finds. "If the person with dementia is living at ...

Decades of research has found that exercise is helpful for overall health and fitness, doing everything from lowering your risk of heart disease to helping you sleep better. According to a new study, ...