How exercise boosts brain function

Young woman exercising in urban environment

The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts  By Howard LeWine, M.D. Q: I keep hearing that exercise helps with memory and other brain functions. What’s the connection? What types of exercise and how much do I need? A: Exercise boosts your memory and thinking skills both directly and indirectly. It acts directly on the body […]

Is it a health problem, or is it just aging?

Senior woman in autumn park

Harvard Health Letters As we age, we all notice changes in our bodies, from our reflexes to our libido. But some physical changes aren’t a normal part of the aging process. “It’s important to know about them so we can do all we can to keep ourselves as healthy and active as possible,” says geriatrician […]