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January 2008 PMID 18094706

Be smart, exercise your heart: exercise effects on brain and cognition.

Charles H Hillman, Kirk I Erickson, Arthur F Kramer

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Peak: 7 in Jun 2021
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The comments collectively support the article's message about exercise benefiting brain health, with phrases like 'therapy without the couch' and mentions of biological mechanisms such as BDNF and blood flow that suggest a moderate level of scientific engagement. The tone varies from casual enthusiasm to scientific curiosity, demonstrating genuine interest and a recognition of exercise as a potentially transformative health practice.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the positive effects of exercise on brain health and cognition, aligning with the publication's conclusions.

InterestHigh interest

The topic of exercise's impact on brain function seems highly relevant and engaging for the audience, as reflected in the enthusiastic language and hashtags.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many comments include references to mechanisms like BDNF and blood flow, showing moderate deep engagement with the scientific content.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the importance of exercise for mental health and cognitive enhancement, indicating a modest perceived impact on individual and societal levels.

Abstract in brief

  • Regular aerobic exercise has been shown to enhance brain function and cognition across both human and animal studies.
  • Lack of physical activity, especially in children, contributes to obesity and could negatively affect academic performance, but exercise has the potential to improve both health and cognitive skills.
  • Research indicates that physical activity influences the brain at multiple levels—molecular, cellular, system, and behavioral—supporting its role as a key factor for lifelong mental and physical well-being.]
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近藤拓人
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［有酸素運動が脳に与える影響］ ◾︎酸素を豊富に含む血液を脳に供給する ◾︎脳由来神経栄養因子（BDNF）と毛細血管の増加により記憶力を向上する ◾︎脳の糖代謝を促進する ◾︎グリア細胞形成を促進する ◾︎神経伝達速度を向上するetc ✍️脳機能改善に有酸素運動は不可欠https://t.co/oXAG6G4jSf https://t.co/KcEEMrSZRi

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理学療法士_海津陽一 Ph.D.
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学業成績と身体活動

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理学療法士_海津陽一 Ph.D.
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子どもの身体活動と脳血管機能

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joemiller1stO
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Movement improves mood, cognition, and brain plasticity. It’s therapy without the couch. Nature Reviews Neuroscience (2008): 10.1038/nrn2298 #MentalHealthMatters #ExerciseIsMedicine #Neuroplasticity

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joemiller1stO
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Movement improves mood, cognition, and brain plasticity. It’s therapy without the couch. Nature Reviews Neuroscience (2008): 10.1038/nrn2298 #MentalHealthMatters #ExerciseIsMedicine #Neuroplasticity

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子どもの身体活動と脳血管機能

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RT @all_life_round: ［有酸素運動が脳に与える影響］ ◾︎酸素を豊富に含む血液を脳に供給する ◾︎脳由来神経栄養因子（BDNF）と毛細血管の増加により記憶力を向上する ◾︎脳の糖代謝を促進する ◾︎グリア細胞形成を促進する ◾︎神経伝達速度を向上するetc…

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RT @all_life_round: ［有酸素運動が脳に与える影響］ ◾︎酸素を豊富に含む血液を脳に供給する ◾︎脳由来神経栄養因子（BDNF）と毛細血管の増加により記憶力を向上する ◾︎脳の糖代謝を促進する ◾︎グリア細胞形成を促進する ◾︎神経伝達速度を向上するetc…

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RT @all_life_round: ［有酸素運動が脳に与える影響］ ◾︎酸素を豊富に含む血液を脳に供給する ◾︎脳由来神経栄養因子（BDNF）と毛細血管の増加により記憶力を向上する ◾︎脳の糖代謝を促進する ◾︎グリア細胞形成を促進する ◾︎神経伝達速度を向上するetc…

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RT @all_life_round: ［有酸素運動が脳に与える影響］ ◾︎酸素を豊富に含む血液を脳に供給する ◾︎脳由来神経栄養因子（BDNF）と毛細血管の増加により記憶力を向上する ◾︎脳の糖代謝を促進する ◾︎グリア細胞形成を促進する ◾︎神経伝達速度を向上するetc…

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RT @all_life_round: ［有酸素運動が脳に与える影響］ ◾︎酸素を豊富に含む血液を脳に供給する ◾︎脳由来神経栄養因子（BDNF）と毛細血管の増加により記憶力を向上する ◾︎脳の糖代謝を促進する ◾︎グリア細胞形成を促進する ◾︎神経伝達速度を向上するetc…

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RT @all_life_round: ［有酸素運動が脳に与える影響］ ◾︎酸素を豊富に含む血液を脳に供給する ◾︎脳由来神経栄養因子（BDNF）と毛細血管の増加により記憶力を向上する ◾︎脳の糖代謝を促進する ◾︎グリア細胞形成を促進する ◾︎神経伝達速度を向上するetc…

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近藤拓人
@all_life_round · X

［有酸素運動が脳に与える影響］ ◾︎酸素を豊富に含む血液を脳に供給する ◾︎脳由来神経栄養因子（BDNF）と毛細血管の増加により記憶力を向上する ◾︎脳の糖代謝を促進する ◾︎グリア細胞形成を促進する ◾︎神経伝達速度を向上するetc ✍️脳機能改善に有酸素運動は不可欠https://t.co/oXAG6G4jSf https://t.co/KcEEMrSZRi

Jun 21, 2021 · 81 likes · 7 shares · 5,780 followers View post →
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Exercise and the Brain https://t.co/QCLJMKNNTi via @YouTube

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