The Study
Previous research has shown that a significant percentage of stroke, dementia and depression diagnoses are due to lifestyle choices. In this study, a systematic review was conducted to identify all of the modifiable risk factors to keep your brain healthy as you get older. Fifty-nine meta-analyses were included.
Here are the 17 factors that were identified in this investigation:
Alcohol
Blood Pressure
Body Mass Index
Fasting Glucose
Total Cholesterol
Leisure Time Cognitive Activity
Depression
Healthy Diet
Hearing Loss
Kidney Function
Pain
Physical Activity
Purpose In Life
Sleep
Smoking
Social Engagement
Stress Levels
https://doi.org/10.1136/jnnp-2024-334925
Take Home Message
Work with your doctor to make sure you are taking care of all of these risk factors. This will greatly improve your odds of keeping your brain healthy as you get older.
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