Study finds fitness may reduce dementia risk by 33%

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A recent study concludes that cardiorespiratory fitness has links to the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders in later life. For the full article click here: https://bit.ly/36cCL1w

Dr. Kaiser noted that the Lancet Commission 2020 report on Dementia prevention, intervention, and care describes 12 modifiable risk factors linked to 40% of cases of dementia worldwide.

“If they have more genetic risk, my patients need to focus on their cardiorespiratory fitness as part of their overall brain-healthy lifestyle — meaning:

  • keeping physically fit
  • eating a healthy, balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables
  • getting a good nights’ sleep
  • having meaningful relationships
  • maintaining a strong sense of social connectedness
  • avoiding excess alcohol
  • not smoking
  • having opportunities to restore and reduce stress through meditation and other forms of self-care.”

The full results of the research will be presented at theAmerican Academy of Neurology’s 74th Annual Meetingwhich takes place in Seattle, April 2–7, 2022, and virtually April 24–26, 2022.

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