A new study has found that regular exercise can help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. The research, published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, suggests that physical activity could be a key factor in preventing the onset of the neurodegenerative disease.
The study looked at over 1,500 adults over the age of 65 and found that those who exercised regularly had a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s compared to those who were inactive. The researchers believe that exercise may help to improve blood flow to the brain and reduce inflammation, which are both known to play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s.
While more research is needed to fully understand the link between exercise and Alzheimer’s risk, the findings suggest that staying active could be an important way to protect brain health as we age.
