Reduce Age-Associated Decline in Cerebrovascular Function with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “In addition to the physical components of tai chi, this form of exercise has mental and emotional advantages. Some studies have shown people who perform tai chi on a regular basis see improvements in cognitive function and memory.” […]
Improve Cognitive Function in Older Adults with Tai Chi Practice By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The practice of Tai Chi promotes the preservation of cognitive abilities including global cognitive functions, semantic memory, verbal learning/memory, self-perception of memory, and visuospatial skills in the elderly.” – Karine Huy-Leng Lim The aging process involves […]
Improve Nervous System and Cognitive Function with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “tai chi appears to improve executive function—the ability to multitask, manage time, and make decisions—in people without any cognitive decline. In those with mild cognitive impairment, tai chi slowed the progression to dementia.” – Harvard Health Tai […]
Improve Cognitive Ability in Older Adults with Tai Chi and Qigong Practices By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Qigong exercise induced significant neurocognitive improvement in aging.” – Di Qi The aging process involves a systematic progressive decline in every system in the body, the brain included. The elderly frequently have problems with […]
Improve Inflammation and Depression with Mild Cognitive Impairment with Mindfulness By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “adults with mild cognitive impairment who practice mindfulness meditation could experience a boost in cognitive reserve.” – Monica Beyer The aging process involves a systematic progressive decline in every system in the body, the brain included. […]
Improve Cognitive Function in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “tai chi appears to improve executive function—the ability to multitask, manage time, and make decisions—in people without any cognitive decline. In those with mild cognitive impairment, tai chi slowed the progression to dementia more than other types of […]
Improve Health and Cognitive Ability in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai chi is a gentle exercise that helps seniors improve balance and prevent falls. Studies have found that tai chi also improves leg strength, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, immune system, sleep, happiness, sense of self-worth, and the ability to concentrate […]
Spirituality is Associated with Better Mental and Physical Health and Cognitive Ability in African Americans By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “all black religious expression has most of the following attributes: It is animistic, or spirit-filled; anthropocentric, or human-centered; dynamic; expressionistic; shamanistic (believing in communicating with spirits); and thaumaturgic (belief in miracle working).” […]
Improve Brain Function and Mild Cognitive Impairment in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “in individuals age 60 or older with mild cognitive impairment . . . engaging in tai chi (a series of gentle, slow movements accompanied by deep breathing) reduces the risk of falling. What’s more, […]
Improve Cognitive Function in the Elderly with Mind-Body Practices By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment can learn to practice mindfulness meditation, and by doing so may boost their cognitive reserve.” – Rebecca Erwin Wells The aging process involves a systematic progressive decline in every system in the […]