A cure for Alzheimer's disease has not yet been found, but there are ways to delay the course of the disease. Researchers have tested which is more effective for this - training to improve memory or practicing yoga.
The surprising conclusion was that yoga was more effective than memory training. The research findings highlight the potential of mind-body interventions such as yoga in preserving cognitive health among older women at risk of Alzheimer's. In addition, incorporating yoga as a part of an strategy for healthy aging holds promise for promoting cognitive resilience and improving quality of life among older adults. Dr. Noa Bergman explains what causes Alzheimer's, is there a way to prevent the disease, and how do you treat someone who has already had the disease? Dr. Dalitiman Medina is an expert in family medicine and integrative and functional medicine and the author of the study on yoga and Alzheimer’s. For confidential support call the Samaritans in the UK on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details.