The relationship between healthy lifestyle and cognitive health
Recent research suggests that the best way to promote long-term cognitive health is to live a healthy lifestyle. This finding highlights the importance of healthy living in maintaining cognitive function and provides valuable insight into the relationship between lifestyle choices and cognitive health. The focus is on the importance of overall well-being to long-term cognitive health.
Healthy lifestyle habits to reduce dementia risk
A study of 586 brain autopsies of people who were 90.9 years old at the time of death found that a healthy lifestyle was more likely to cause dementia than amyloid plaques or abnormal blood flow in the brain. found to be more clearly associated with decline. Only 12% of cognition-related measurements are affected by amyloid plaques, highlighting the role of lifestyle factors such as diet and physical activity. These factors have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, while cognitive activity directly contributes to cognitive reserve. A healthy lifestyle keeps your brain supplied with nutrients and oxygen, promoting an environment where it can thrive and function at its best.
Benefits of Mediterranean and MIND diets for cognitive health
A study analyzing data from middle-aged women investigated the potential benefits of the Mediterranean or MIND diet on cognitive health. As a result, among pairs of genetically identical identical twins, the twin who adheres better to one of these diets remains slightly stronger in episodic and visuospatial working memory. found. The study, published in the journal Alzheimer's Disease Research and Therapy, provides a unique perspective on the interplay between diet and cognitive health. This suggests that people in midlife have the potential to enhance cognitive resilience and build cognitive reserve. The Mediterranean and MIND diets are both healthy diets with anti-inflammatory properties, and their association with strong cognitive reserve has been linked to Ruminococcaceae and short-chain fatty acids.
Promoting cognitive health in women: The power of the Mediterranean and MIND diets
Adhering to the Mediterranean and MIND diets can improve cognitive health in women, especially in terms of episodic and visuospatial memory. The MIND diet, which combines the Mediterranean and DASH diets, has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Healthy lifestyle habits such as diet, exercise, and mental activity are associated with a lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia. A Mediterranean diet rich in antioxidants and polyunsaturated fats has a positive impact on brain health and cognitive function.
Adopt a healthy lifestyle to prevent dementia
One study analyzed postmortem brain samples and found strong evidence linking unhealthy lifestyle habits to an increased risk of dementia. Factors such as smoking, physical activity level, and alcohol intake were found to have a significant impact on the risk of dementia. This study challenged the notion that dementia is primarily caused by amyloid plaques and highlighted the role of lifestyle factors such as diet, physical activity, and cognitive activity. It also highlighted the interconnectedness of heart health and brain health in preventing dementia. The findings suggest that promoting a healthy lifestyle is important for maintaining cognitive health. He also emphasized the importance of lifelong learning, intellectual curiosity, and active health management in maintaining brain function and reducing dementia risk.
Make your brain health a priority
The Alzheimer's Association Central Ohio Chapter is encouraging the community to adopt “10 Healthy Habits for the Brain” to reduce dementia risk. Research shows that healthy habits may reduce the risk of dementia, even for people with a family history. Six million Americans, including 220,000 Ohioans, are living with Alzheimer's disease, and that number is expected to rise to 250,000 by 2025. The Alzheimer's Society Helpline is available 24/7, 365 days a year for people who need information, guidance or support.
