#superaging

[intelligentliving]

The Neuroscience Behind Superaging

A recent study examines the science behind superagers and why they perform better on cognitive testing and memory recall, comparable to young adults.

[neurosciencenews]

Close Friends Linked to a Sharper Memory

Maintaining positive, warm and trusting friendships might be the key to a slower decline in memory and cognitive functioning, according to a new Northwestern Medicine study.

The research is in PLOS ONE. (full open access)

[humanityhiker]

I Told You So

The Special Report for the most recent issue of the AARP Bulletin was titled: “The Future of Alzheimer’s.” After glancing through the content I feel compelled to remind folks that I told you so. On page 17 of the bulletin the following quote was featured: “Controlling neuroinflammation is at the forefront of new drug ideas for Alzheimer’s. In 2023, there were more drugs in human trials for…

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[humanityhiker]

New Year's Directions

New Year’s Directions

Rather than New Year’s Resolutions I believe in New Year’s Directions.

A new direction for me this year is the lack of direction in Cindy’s decline. For the start of the past few years I was uncertain whether Cindy would still be around for the next. Yet here she is, now on hospice care, not much worse than when hospice started last March. She has lived four months longer than the default time…

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[kimsimons-blog1]

Turmeric is a strong anti-inflammatory spice that can be taken as a supplement. It is a antioxidant and guards your body against disease. It's powerful anti-aging supplement.

[kimsimons-blog1]

Reasons To Drink Alkaline Water

Alkaline water neutralizes acid in the bloodstream. It increases oxygen levels for improved energy. It is anti-inflammatory. It Super charges the immune system and fights the aging process. 💧🍋

[thebraindriver]

Prepare Yourself for the Age of #Superaging @TheBrainDriver #tDCS #PeakPerformance #Aging #PersonalPower http://flip.it/6XCmXg

[myserendipities]

Modern neuroscience has come to understand that regions of the brain that were once believed to be “emotional” are actually major communication hubs that also handle “language, stress, regulation of internal organs, and even the coordination of the five senses into a cohesive experience.” Like a muscle, if these regions don’t get a workout they degrade. Researchers found that when these regions of the cortex were thicker, subjects performed much better in tests of memory and attention. So how do you prepare yourself to be a superager? That’s not entirely certain yet but Barrett says that strenuous work is believed to be the secret. Studies have shown that the specific areas of the brain that need exercise tend to be more active when people are performing difficult mental or physical tasks. You might think you’ve heard this one before but no, doing crossword puzzles and walking an hour a day is not what we’re talking about. We’re talking about dedicating everything you’ve got to a task. It needs to hurt. When these regions of the brain are getting a workout, you’ll feel “tired, stymied, frustrated” and that’s how to know it’s working. Those who can’t stand the thought of doing a pushup might consider taking an online college course that’s outside of their comfort zone. Those who left the book-learning behind years ago should consider doing triathlons rather than the standard set of reps at the gym. The overachievers out there might think about hiring a physical trainer that speaks a foreign language. Learn the language through conversation while getting ripped. Until the science is more complete the best chance you have at being a superager is engaging in a complex task that takes concerted dedication. And keep doing that as long as you’re alive.

Prepare Yourself for the Age of 'Superaging'