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Computer use and exercise may combat memory loss

Published May 6, 2012 10:59 PM by Maureen Salera
Older adults who exercised and used computers reduced the risk of memory loss, whereas doing either activity by itself did not, according to a study from the May issue of Mayo Clinic Proceedings.

Participants who performed moderate physical activity and used a computer were 64 percent less likely to experience mild cognitive impairment compared to those who did not use a computer and who did not exercise, MyHealthNewsDaily.com reports.

For more information, click here for the article from MSNBC.com.

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    Maureen McAndrews Salera
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