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Brain-training games remain unproven, but research shows what sorts of activities do benefit cognitive functioning.

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Some 2.3 million of U.S. adults over 65—more than 4%—have a diagnosis of dementia. But even without a diagnosis, a certain ...

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Everyday physical activities, from light chores to intense exercise, provide immediate cognitive benefits for middle-aged ...

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