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Can Travel Make You Smarter?

Timi Gustafson, R.D. | Posted 06.10.2013 | Canada Travel
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Timi Gustafson, R.D.

Can travel improve our mental capacities? Scientists in Germany, who conducted a recent study of how our minds respond to new experiences that come with travel and exploration, say yes. And it does not only apply to humans. Even the tiny brains of lab mice seem to benefit from roaming around.

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Getting Older? Age The Right Way

Everyday Health | Posted 09.06.2012 | Canada Style
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By Diana Rodriguez, Everyday Health Getting older involves change, both negative and positive, but you can enjoy aging if you understand what’s ...

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Healthy Aging: Exercising the Body Benefits the Mind, Too

Timi Gustafson, R.D. | Posted 09.20.2012 | Canada Living
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Timi Gustafson, R.D.

While regular physical activity has long been regarded as an important component of healthy aging, its impact on mental health has remained less explored -- until now. Several new studies on the role of exercise for the prevention of mental decline in older adults have been presented at this year's Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) in Vancouver, Canada.

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