The link between cardiorespiratory fitness and brain health | Rhonda Patrick and Peter Attia

Well SupportedMyokines are molecules released from muscle cells that signal to non-muscle tissues that the body is physically active, and many have anti-cancer effects.

Well SupportedHigher cardiorespiratory fitness (VO2 max) is associated with a reduced risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

Partially SupportedWomen have approximately a two-fold higher risk of Alzheimer's disease compared to men.

Limited ResearchThe speaker is uncertain if there are gender differences in the response to exercise regarding cognitive benefits, despite known differences in Alzheimer's risk.