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Don't Skip Winter Walks — They Could Slow Alzheimer's Disease And How Many Steps It Takes May Surprise You

New research suggests it takes a lot less than 10,000 steps to begin protecting your brain from dementia and walking outdoors adds many more health benefits.

By Renee Straker • 7 hours ago

A group of mature women dressed in warm, sporty attire take a walk together. A new study has found as little as 3,000 steps a day may help slow cognitive decline and the progression of Alzheimer's disease.

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We get it, it’s tempting to start skipping your daily walk outdoors as the days grow colder and darker, but a new study is giving you one more reason to get those steps in — they could help protect your brain from Alzheimer’s disease.

In a new study publis

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