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 ‌ You need to read this. [Health Watch] Sponsored Content [Alzheimer’s bombshell] Re-fuel brain cells starting in 90 minutes Experts have always pointed to a gradual death of brain cells as one of the hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease. But [shocking research]( shows that those neurons may not actually be dead at all. In fact, it’s possible they can be re-fueled—with just one simple, [natural compound](. [Alzheimer's bombshell]( This discovery left researchers dumbfounded at this year’s Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in London. Even more amazing? Studies show it can start working [in as little as 90 minutes](. So if you or a loved one is worried about this devastating diagnosis, please, [watch this exclusive video now](. [Click here]( --------------------------------------------------------------- The #1 Exercise for Seniors Seniors tend to have different fitness goals than young people. Instead of packing on muscle to look buff, older folks are more likely to want a workout that helps them live independently and continue to do the things they love. Researchers have found that one form of exercise may be better than all others in reaching this objective. Dr. Kathrin Rehfeld of the Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases in Germany and her colleagues recruited 52 healthy seniors to test the workout. They randomly assigned half the volunteers to do exercise that included walking, riding a stationary bike, strength training, and stretching. The other subjects took dance classes. For the first six months, the dance group met twice a week. For a year after that, they met weekly. Instructors frequently challenged them with new steps. “We tried to provide our seniors in the dance group with constantly changing dance routines of different genres,” Dr. Rehfeld said. The subjects learned jazz, square, Latin-American, and line dances. “Steps, arm-patterns, formations, speed, and rhythms were changed every second week to keep them in a constant learning process,” she said. Dancing Increases Memory and Balance Brain scans showed that subjects in both groups increased the volume of their hippocampus. This is the brain region that plays an important role in memory, learning, and maintaining balance. Unlike other regions of the brain, the hippocampus can increase in size throughout life. But the hippocampus also can shrink. This is one of the markers associated with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. But compared to the conventional exercisers, those in the dance group had beneficial changes to more sub-regions of the hippocampus. In other words, all of their hippocampus grew stronger, not just one part. The dancers improved their balance. Conventional exercisers saw no changes in their balancing ability. Balance reduces falls in seniors, making it crucial for safe, independent living. The researchers theorize that the “multimodal” nature of dance—it has both physical and mental components—accounted for the extra brain and balance boost. “Dancing seems a promising intervention for both improving balance and brain structure in the elderly,” the study concluded. “It combines aerobic fitness, sensorimotor skills, and cognitive demands while at the same time the risk of injuries is low.” The study was published in the journal Frontiers in Human Neuroscience. Dr. Rehfeld added: “Dancing is a powerful tool to set new challenges for body and mind, especially in older age.” --------------------------------------------------------------- Recommended Content [Cancer shocker] Cereal for breakfast? There’s a city in northern Europe where cancer rates are 4X LOWER than they are here… And researchers have traced it back to [what they eat for breakfast](. See what this popular cereal can do to cancer cells right here: [1 common breakfast cereal reprograms cancer cells?]( [Click here]( --------------------------------------------------------------- You Should Be Dancing Dancing promotes cardio fitness while improving balance and coordination. And dancing has a crucial cognitive component that other workouts, such as jogging or bicycling, can’t match. Dancers constantly learn new steps. They have to coordinate their movements with music. Such mental challenges help seniors’ brains stay sharp. They may even prevent Alzheimer’s, according to the new research. Two other studies confirm the powerful health benefits of dancing. British researchers analyzed data from 11 surveys that included 49,000 people. Their study was published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. The investigators compared the health benefits of walking versus dancing. Both were beneficial. But dancing was better. It lowered heart disease risk more. The second study was published in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience. It took a slightly different approach. Researchers from several U.S. universities had subjects learn country line dancing. They found the subjects benefited in two ways: They gained physical fitness, and learning the dance steps stimulated their brains. It slowed brain aging. To get the full mind-body benefits of dancing, be sure to vary your routines. Don’t do the same steps over and over. By continually learning new dances, you’ll improve in three important areas: cardio, balance, and memory. Editor’s Note: Discover natural, non-drug methods to transform your health. Read our monthly journal, Independent Healing. It’s your best source for unbiased, evidence-based medical information. For more information, [click HERE](. In Good Health, Amanda Angelini Director The Institute for Natural Healing [References Available Here.]( Related Articles: [Top 5 Exercises for Stronger Bones]( [9 Exercise Myths…and What Science Says About Staying in Shape]( [Simple Way to Make Workouts Easier]( --------------------------------------------------------------- © 2021 OmniVista Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. For more from OmniVista Health Media, LLC, [visit our website](. To end your free subscription, click here: [Unsubscribe]( Health Watch may be republished with its links intact by non-commercial entities. Health Watch may not be republished for commercial purposes without written permission. This information is offered as a general guideline, not one-size-fits-all medical advice. Talk to your doctor before making any changes in your personal health care regimen. To manage your subscription by mail or for any other subscription issues, write us at: Order Processing Center Attn: Customer Service P.O. 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