Nearly half of individuals aged 65 and older showed improvements in cognitive and/or physical function over a 12-year follow-up period, according to a March study published in Geriatrics. The findings ...

Aging is often depicted as a steady decline, but new research suggests that many older adults actually improve over time. Using more than a decade of data from a large, representative study of older ...

Contrary to stereotypes, many older adults improve in cognitive and physical abilities in later life - and having a positive mindset about aging may play a key role, according to a recent study by ...

Staying active is known to improve sleep, but the research findings are mixed regarding the best workout. Some studies say ...

Significantly greater benefit on global cognition seen for structured versus self-guided intervention over two years. (HealthDay News) — Lifestyle interventions improve cognition for older adults at ...

A dietitian and nutritionist weigh in on the findings.

Q: I am 82 years old, and I have tested negative for Alzheimer’s disease. But I do have some cognitive dysfunction. Can this be slowed? I exercise 30 minutes a day. In addition to that, I walk at ...

A new study found that even a single session of vigorous exercise can boost cognitive performance in young adults. The findings indicate that intense exercise may have more immediate effects on the ...