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Editorial
. 2019 Dec 31;23(4):23-25.
doi: 10.20463/jenb.2019.0027.

Physical Activity and Brain Plasticity

Hyo Youl Moon, Henriette van Praag
Editorial

Physical Activity and Brain Plasticity

Hyo Youl Moon et al. J Exerc Nutrition Biochem. .

Abstract

Recent research suggests that the brain has capable of remarkable plasticity and physical activity can enhance it. In this editorial letter, we summarize the role of hippocampal plasticity in brain functions. Furthermore, we briefly sketched the factors and mechanisms of motion that influence brain plasticity. We conclude that physical activity can be an encouraging intervention for brain restoration through neuronal plasticity. At the same time, we suggest that a mechanistic understanding of the beneficial effects of exercise should be accompanied in future studies.

Keywords: Physical activity.

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