The Fountain of Youth Hasn't Been Found -- But Swimming May Come Close

Adrian Dinis

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The fountain of youth hasn’t been found — but swimming may come close

Aug 11, 2021 / Seena Mathew PhD

It’s no secret that aerobic exercise can help stave off some of the ravages of aging. But a growing body of research suggests that swimming might provide a unique boost to brain health.

Regular swimming has been shown to improve memory, cognitive function, immune response and mood. Swimming may also help repair damage from stress and forge new neural connections in the brain.

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