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The Exercise Neuroscientist: The Shocking Link Between Exercise And Dementia! Coffee Is Destroying Your Brain! Our Brains Have Been Hacked! - Dr Wendy Suzuki

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

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The Brain-Body Connection: Enhancing Cognition Through Activity

This chapter explores the vital relationship between brain health and overall wellbeing, highlighting how physical activity, particularly exercise and meditation, can enhance cognitive functions. Personal experiences illustrate the profound impact of engaging in physical activities on mood and memory, signaling a shift in research focus towards understanding brain plasticity. The discussion also delves into studies, including those on London taxi drivers, emphasizing how exercise promotes structural changes in the brain that may mitigate the risks of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

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