Cognitive and physical decline often go hand-in-hand. Although there are no drugs that can be prescribed to prevent cognitive decline, a prescription for physical activity might help to stave it off. "In just 20 years, it’s estimated that people over 65 years of age will make up one-quarter of Canada’s population. Whether those boomers will, in fact, be living out their “golden years” will depend largely on their ability to live independently. Their old age will be healthy and happy only if they conquer the geriatric challenges of cognitive impairment and decreased mobility...Research on seniors with mild cognitive impairments shows that exercise has positive results on cognition and reduces the number of falls. Conversely, cognitive brain training exercises increase mobility and the ability to exercise." To read more about one author's view of the importance of physical activity on a person's cognitive and physical wellbeing, check out this opinion piece recently appearing in the Montreal Gazette: http://montrealgazette.com/health/seniors/opinion-physical-and-mental-exercise-contribute-to-a-happy-and-healthy-old-age
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