Healthy Aging

News from the NIA: Controlling High Blood Pressure Can Reduce Dementia Risk

Investigators examined long-term data from four different countries and found that treating high blood pressure with medication not only improves older adults’ cardiovascular health, but also can reduce their risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The global team of scientists, coordinated by the NIA Intramural Research Program, cross-referenced data from six large, longitudinal studies that […]

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Watch this Video for Tips on How to Exercise Safely!

Almost anyone, at any age, can exercise safely and get meaningful benefits. Staying safe while you exercise is always important, whether you’re just starting a new activity or haven’t been active for a long time. To learn more about staying safe while doing different types of exercise, watch this exercise safety video, brought to you

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What Do We Know About Diet and Alzheimer’s disease?

Many studies suggest that what we eat affects the brain’s ability to think and remember. But what do we really know about diet and Alzheimer’s disease? Unlike other risk factors for Alzheimer’s that we can’t change, such as age and genetics, people can control lifestyle choices such as diet, exercise, and not smoking. These lifestyle

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Do This 1 Thing to Stress Less During the Holidays

The holidays are almost here, and with them often comes added stress from all the extra shopping, hurrying, traveling, and visiting. But the good news is that a little exercise and physical activity can help reduce stress. The benefits of exercise go well beyond physical well-being—exercise also helps support your emotional and mental health. Learn

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Video Categories

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia
Dementia Caregivers
Dementia Friends/Dementia Friendly
Exercise and Physical Activity
For Professionals (The Brain Trust Project Podcast)
Healthy Aging
Home Safety/Fall Prevention
Living with Dementia
Maintaining Quality of Life
Social Isolation
Support Groups (Without Warning and Toolkit Project)
Videos in Spanish (Vídeos en Español)
Why Participate in Dementia Research
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