Email from Alzheimer's Research and Prevention Foundation Alzheimer's Awareness Month Challenge   Dear John, Our incredible meditation teachers, pictured above, will teach the Kirtan Kriya meditation on November 11 - 15th. Each day you will learn about brain health, prevention, meditation, and even participate in a Q&A after we meditate together. Invite your friends and family - there is power in numbers! This week-long meditation series couldn't come at a better time. But why is this event so important? Kirtan Kriya improves general brain function: It increases blood flow to significant areas in the brain that have to do with memory. It improves neurotransmitter function. It has been shown to activate other areas of the brain like the anterior and posterior cingulate gyrus. It increases gray matter in the brain, which is a marker of anti-aging. It decreases inflammation. It improves genetics. We've seen that it stops Subjective Cognitive Decline (SCD) from progressing because SCD can develop into Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), and that can also develop into Alzheimer's. It also slows the progression of MCI. Studies at the University of Pennsylvania showed that people who practiced Kirtan Kriya reversed their memory loss and even two participants with Alzheimer's improved their memory. Therefore, Kirtan Kriya is a strong brain-activation meditation and does everything possible to enhance global cognitive function to prevent Alzheimer's. These findings are all thanks to the two decades of research on Kirtan Kriya sponsored by your ARPF and supported by your donations. REGISTER REGISTER Kirtan Kriya has other beneficial effects as well: It’s a super effective stress management technique, which is crucial because chronic stress releases cortisol, which is proven to cause memory loss. It decreases anxiety. It improves depression. It helps you become more spiritual, which I wrote about in a very well-received scientific article in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, called Spiritual Fitness: A New Dimension in Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention. The gist of this article is that people who are spiritually fit and/or have a religious practice have a decreased incidence of Alzheimer’s. Kirtan Kriya is also a fantastic brain aerobic exercise, meaning that just learning a new activity helps combat brain degeneration. The musical part of Kirtan Kriya also stimulates and activates the brain. These are all the reasons why we are excited to offer the Meditate for Your Memory Challenge and practice this easy exercise. There is no cost for this event. REGISTER Please take advantage of learning Kirtan Kriya from our incredible meditation teachers. Each teacher will offer you a new perspective and you will return to your day feeling better than ever. Yours in Brain Health, Dharma Singh Khalsa, M.D. President / Medical Director Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation (ARPF) www.alzheimersprevention.org [email protected] Prevention Editor, Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease PS: Your ARPF still has operational responsibilities and we are deeply grateful for any support you can offer. You can donate at this link. REGISTER Easy Ways to Support ARPF Facebook fundraiser: ask your friends and family to donate for your birthday or another special occasion. Facebook offers this easy option, and it doesn’t cost you anything. If you don’t have a Facebook account, ask your young family members to create it for you. Donate a vehicle: if you have a car, truck, motorcycle, RV, or boat that you don't want, it can be put to good use as an ARPF donation. This nationwide service is a great way to show support.     Alzheimer's Research and Prevention Foundation | PO Box 30783 | Tucson, AZ 85751-0783 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice