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Exercise 'combats depression'



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A HEALTHY body reduces the risk of clinical depression and dementia in later life, a conference was told yesterday.
Researchers from Bristol University found being physically active could cut the chances of cognitive impairment, dementia and Alzheimer's disease in older people by 30-40 per cent.

They also said there was evidence physical activity was important for psychological well-being, mood and self-esteem and helped avoid depression.

The research was discussed at the British Nutrition Foundation's conference in London.

Figures suggest only 35 per cent of men and 24 per cent of women reach the recommended 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity at least five times a week.



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  • Last Updated: 06 December 2007 10:04 PM
  • Source: The Scotsman
  • Location: Edinburgh
  • Related Topics: Alzheimer's Disease
 
1

Charles Linskaill,

Edinburgh 07/12/2007 02:23:29

So that's what I need to do, when reading and taking to heart our BW's Posts. ;-))

2

Charles Linskaill,

Edinburgh 07/12/2007 02:24:35

Especially the 'Monkey/Ape one! :-D

3

fife runner,

07/12/2007 08:43:45

it has been known about this for a while now. After a good workout and shower it feel really good.

It is also known that weight exercises into older life are also beneficial. It is not that older people get weaker (apart from illness) but their muscles atrophy due to the old but outdated saying grow old and slow down. Heck, I have a picture of an 86 year old doing the pole vault and 100 year old running 100 metres in 32 seconds. I race in events where it is not unusual now to see 70- 80 year olds running good times.

At 56 I hope to keep going for a good few years yet. As for self esteem, yes it does feel good being much fitter and stronger than those half my age (or more)

4

Charles Linskaill,

Edinburgh 07/12/2007 09:04:16

#3. fife runner,
"At 56 I hope to keep going for a good few yers yet"
All you need, is the 'warmth' of a Woman!
Or if you are single, 'grab a sexy young babe'! ;-))
Its a sure way to live until your 103!!

5

Boy Wonder,

07/12/2007 09:18:31

#1. No Charles ... you're too far gone already!

6

Boy Wonder,

07/12/2007 09:19:00

#2 ... specifically as a monkey/ape! :))

7

Boy Wonder,

07/12/2007 09:19:53

#4. 103 eh? That means you've got 5 years left, Charles. Make the most of it!

8

Boy Wonder,

07/12/2007 09:22:33

#4 ... and "grabbing a sexy young babe" could be construed as sexual harrassment. Are you on the S.O.R. (sex offenders register) Charles? Have you been a naughty boy?

Your poor DYW!! But if you send her to me. I'll comfort her for you. In ways a 98 year old can't. :)

9

Charles Linskaill,

Edinburgh 07/12/2007 09:35:16

You've got 'some cheek' BW!!
And less of the "98"!
I am NOT an 'old codger' yet! and don't intend to become one!
I wont be "grabbing the babes" in my 'zimmer', they will be "grabbing" me! at 103,
My 'irresistible charisma' will have them flocking at my door! :-**

10

G,

dundy 07/12/2007 10:38:52

This isn't new news but it is certainly worth repeating!

And #9 your charisma does not seem to transfer through on electronic media...

11

Charles Linskaill,

Thank God its 'friday'! 07/12/2007 11:17:36

'HOY' you lot yes you, less of the 'ridicule', is BW your mentor or something? or is it 'get at charlie day'? :-(
If its a plan to get me "depressed" it wont work!
While BW is playing with his latest 'train set' I am the one doing the 'snogging':-*
While Jennifer is doing her 'tapestry' I am the one in the 'jacuzzi' playing volleyball with the babes! :-P
As for poor dundy they are still reading the Scotsman:-(

12

Alternative (High Octane) Fuel Head,

Edinburgh 07/12/2007 13:36:10

Now tell us something we don't know...

What is it with these "health advisors"? Either they are talking absolute rubbish, they are contradicting each other or they are stating the obvious.

13

Boy Wonder,

07/12/2007 18:04:43

Everyone, please don't get on at Charles. His divorce from reality was really quite messy and he's paying alimony to the 8th dimension! The space inside his skull owes a lot to Timelord science. Yes, that's right ... it's bigger on the inside. But it's filled up with his delusions ... because nature abhors a vacuum.

14

Charles Linskaill,

Edinburgh 07/12/2007 20:04:21

#14. BW, your quite the 'cheeky BW' today are we not?
I can only assume your going through the,
'Male Menopause'
....
Here's the medical evidence
BW; threatens me with a 'bunch of fives'
BW; starts talking 'space talk'
BW; wants to 'demolish where I live'
BW! the list goes on and on!
Don't worry BW, I am sure you will make some organic hormones, to deal with it, maybe try progesterone and oestrogen types, you may grow 'booby's, but you 'fettle' will be Soo much better to live with!
And for me? I will have joy instead of torments when reading your posts! :-DD :-DD
Yes BW a couple off DD for you!

15

Charles Linskaill,

Edinburgh 08/12/2007 02:38:43

"Booby's" = Scottish Slang for Breasts!


 

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