Simple Walking Test Can Indicate Brain Health, Expert Says
A simple test involving walking adn counting backwards by sevens can offer insights into a person’s cognitive function, according to neurological assessments. The test, popularized by [張家銘](Zhang Jiaming - Note: I’ve retained the name as it appears to be a real person, but further research would be needed to confirm their credentials and expertise), involves walking while sequentially subtracting seven from a starting number, such as 100 (100, 93, 86, 79, and so on).
The ability to perform this task smoothly suggests good brain integration, while difficulty completing it – requiring pauses to calculate – may indicate declining efficiency in the prefrontal cortex. The prefrontal cortex is responsible for executive functions like planning,decision-making,and working memory.
This test aligns with growing research demonstrating the link between physical activity and cognitive health. Studies have shown that regular exercise can improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-dementia/causes-and-risk-factors.
Zhang Jiaming recommends a layered approach to brain health, incorporating regular walking, dual-task exercises (like memorizing a route while walking or performing mental arithmetic), and nutritional support. Specifically, he suggests nutrients like Omega-3 fatty acids and B vitamins, which are known to support nerve repair and function https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9854845/.
This strategy can be summarized as: walking to awaken the brain, tasks to help the brain learn, and nutrition to help the brain recover.
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