Happy Tuesday! Youāre about to discover a crucial habit to reduce Alzheimerās risk, why exercise is the best nootropic, and more.
In todayās newsletter:
š§ This habit could help lower the risk of developing Alzheimerās
š Higher protein intake in women associated with healthier aging
š Nootropics < exercise for improving cognition
š¤ How to sleep better while going through menopause
ā¤ļø Health Hack: Break up prolonged sitting for heart health
š§āš» The Wellness Roundup
šŖ„ Dental Health Alert: Gum disease from not brushing your teeth enough could increase your risk of Alzheimer's, study shows. The fix? Brush twice a day, floss regularly, and donāt smoke.
š Ladies, listen up: New study reveals that higher protein intake, particularly from plant-based sources, was associated with better odds of healthy aging for women.
š Nootropicsābrain āboostingā supplementsāhave gained popularity in recent years. But this doctor says the most effective solution for improving cognition and memory is exercising more!
š¤ Sleep doctor shares how women going through menopause can boost sleep and fight hot flashes.
š Study suggests consuming cranberries (via supplements or actual berries) can help improve athletic performance and recovery.
Even if you're on top of your fitness goals, thereās a silent danger you need to be aware of:
Prolonged sitting.
A recent study found that just 2 hours of uninterrupted sitting can hike blood pressure and stiffen arteries.
It also found that physically active people arenāt immune to the negative impacts of sitting for too long.
Fortunately, thereās an easy fix: break up longer periods of sitting every 30 minutes with some form of movement.
Go for a short walk š¶
Do a few stretches š§
Fidget while youāre sitting šŖ
Even small actions like these can significantly dial down your cardiovascular risk.
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