"The hippocampus is like a hub for memory and spatial navigation, but it’s also deeply tied to our emotional well-being. As it atrophies, not only do we lose memory function, but our ability to process and adapt to life’s challenges can diminish. Think about how profound it is that something as simple as walking could be a pathway to reconnect with our brain’s vitality.
The walkers saw a 2% increase in hippocampal volume, while the stretchers experienced continued shrinkage. To put that in context, a 2% increase in brain volume in just one year isn’t just a statistic—it’s a window into what’s possible when we commit to small, consistent changes."
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https://insights.collective-evolution.com/2016/06/04/exercise-how-it-can-make-your-brain-bigger-smarter-healthier/