Breathe better, remember more? new study tests simple brain boost
NCT ID NCT05602220
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 14 times
Summary
This study looked at whether daily breathing exercises can improve memory and attention in healthy adults aged 50 to 70. Participants did brain training and either relaxing or alertness-boosting breathing for 10 weeks. Researchers measured changes in blood markers linked to Alzheimer's disease and brain scans to see if breathing affects brain health.
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University of Southern California
Los Angeles, California, 90089, United States
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