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Suneeta Sunny

Sitting Isn't Always Bad: Here Are Activities Beneficial For Brain Health

The study revealed that the effects of sedentary behavior on brain health depend largely on the type of activity. (Credit: Image by Freepik)

Prolonged sitting has long been linked to negative effects on both physical and mental health. However, new research reveals a surprising twist: not all sitting activities are harmful to your brain. In fact, some might even offer cognitive benefits.

Researchers of the latest study explored the daily activity patterns of 397 adults, aged above the age of 60 to understand how different types of activities affect memory and thinking abilities. The findings published in the Journal of Gerontology Series A revealed that the effects of sedentary behavior on brain health depend largely on the type of activity.

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