Regular physical activity in mid-life and beyond may significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia, according to a new US study. Researchers analysed data from more than 4,300 adults in a single town and found that those who remained physically active had up to a 45% lower risk of dementia compared to less active individuals.
Published in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), the findings highlight the importance of incorporating exercise into key stages of adult life. The researchers said the results could guide future strategies to prevent age-related cognitive decline.
Dementia is a progressive condition that affects memory, thinking, and speech, eventually disrupting daily life. Alzheimer’s disease remains the most common form of dementia.
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