neurotrophic

[ noor-uh-trof-ik, -troh-fik, nyoor- ]

/ ˌnʊər əˈtrɒf ɪk, -ˈtroʊ fɪk, ˌnyʊər- /

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adjective

of or relating to the effect of nerves on the nutritive processes.

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Origin of neurotrophic

First recorded in 1895–1900; neuro- + -trophic

Research shows that one of the key ways these changes occur in response to exercise is through increased levels of a protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor.
Swimming is the ultimate brain exercise. Here’s why.|Purbita Saha|July 28, 2021|Popular-Science
Studies in people have found a strong relationship between concentrations of brain-derived neurotrophic factor circulating in the brain and an increase in the size of the hippocampus, the brain region responsible for learning and memory.
Swimming is the ultimate brain exercise. Here’s why.|Purbita Saha|July 28, 2021|Popular-Science
In contrast, researchers have observed mood disorders in patients with lower concentrations of brain-derived neurotrophic factor.
Swimming is the ultimate brain exercise. Here’s why.|Purbita Saha|July 28, 2021|Popular-Science
This complements studies in mammals where brain-derived neurotrophic factor is known to increase neuronal spine density.
Swimming is the ultimate brain exercise. Here’s why.|Purbita Saha|July 28, 2021|Popular-Science

Increased levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor have also been shown to sharpen cognitive performance and to help reduce anxiety and depression.
Swimming is the ultimate brain exercise. Here’s why.|Purbita Saha|July 28, 2021|Popular-Science