Exercise may sharpen memory and tweak gut bugs in midlife

NCT ID NCT05397990

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated May 04, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study looked at how exercise affects memory and the gut microbiome in healthy adults aged 45-65 who were not very active. Researchers measured changes in memory tasks and gut bacteria from stool samples. The goal was to understand the link between physical activity, brain function, and gut health, not to treat any disease.

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Locations

  • Curie Kim

    London, London, SE5 8AZ, United Kingdom

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