Overview

• Kundalini yoga was found to significantly boost cognition and memory in older women at risk of Alzheimer's, compared to standard memory exercises.
• The study observed neural pathway rebuilding, reduced brain matter decline, and reversal of aging biomarkers in the yoga group.
• Researchers highlight yoga's anti-inflammatory effects and its potential to improve neuroplasticity and brain health.
• Memory training exercises also showed benefits, particularly in enhancing long-term memory recall.
• Combining yoga and memory exercises is recommended for comprehensive cognitive benefits, offering different brain health effects.