Time to call the grandchildren! Research published in the journal of the North American Menopause Society found that grandparents who babysit are less likely to have dementia or Alzheimer’s.
Grandparents Who Babysit are Less Likely to Have Dementia
The study found that grandparents who babysat once a week scored higher on cognitive tests verses those who didn’t. But don’t go offering to babysit everyday. It also found that grandparents who babysat five or more days a week scored lower on the tests.
Being Social is Key
This is one of many tests showing that being social is key for seniors to have a healthy lifestyle. Grandchildren are a great resource because not only do they provide social interaction, but they also encourage cognitive and physical activities, making grandparents alert and active.
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