See Ways to Prevent Dementia

How Eye Exams Keep Your Brain Young

Am I seeing this right? My eye health offers protection against dementia? According to RealAge, people with untreated vision problems were nine (9) times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease. That’s because poor vision keeps people from engaging in brain stimulating activities – like reading this blog, playing games, walking and socializing. Talking about walking, read the ‘Walk on the Cerebral Side’ article when you get back from your hike.

Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans

At-A-Glance: A Fact Sheet for Professionals

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, HHS provides a fact sheet showing key exercise guidelines for children and adolescents, adults, and older adults 65 and over, as well as people with disabilities and pregnant and postpartum women. A list of Health Benefits is also provided. Check out the Be Active Your Way Blog.