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Journal of Alzheimer's Disease

2 articles
Exercise

Best Exercise for Brain Health: Cardio vs Weight Lifting

Many adults ask a simple but important question: what is the best exercise for brain health? Is it walking or cycling? Lifting weights? High-intensity workouts? Or some combination? Research consistently shows that physical activity supports cognitive function as we age (learn more here). But when comparing aerobic exercise and resistance (strength) training, the answer is […]

Feb 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Research & News

Promising Peptide Offers New Hope for Alzheimer’s and Cognitive Health

A Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Research Recent studies have identified a peptide that shows potential to block some of the brain damage seen in Alzheimer’s patients. According to a study by MIT researchers, this peptide works by targeting the key contributors to Alzheimer’s disease—amyloid beta plaques and tau tangles [Source]. These proteins are known to accumulate […]

Oct 10, 2024 · 5 min read