Art Leon, M.D., professor emeritus in the School of Kinesiology and director emeritus of the Laboratory of Physiological Hygiene and Exercise Science, co-authored an article, “Lifestyle Medicine and the Older Population,” in the book by James Rippe, Lifestyle Medicine, Third Edition. The publication presents older populations living longer, with fewer disabilities and less loss of functioning. “Successful aging,” the process of having a vigorous lifestyle, considers regular physical activity and proper nutrition to help individuals “achieve a healthy and meaningful old age.” 

Leon also published in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, “Aging-Associated Cognitive Decline and its Attenuation by Lifestyle.” The publication discusses natural aging, and in many individuals, the accompanying brain regional changes, such as minor short-term memory loss. The paper analyzes these changes and cognitive decline ranging from primary aging to dementia.