Moderate to vigorous exercise and daily walks can reduce the risk of developing dementia among senior women, according to a new study by UC San Diego researchers.
"Given that the onset of dementia begins 20 years or more before symptoms show, the early intervention for delaying or preventing cognitive decline and dementia among older adults is essential," said senior author Andrea LaCroix, distinguished professor at the Wertheim School.Sign up for NBC Philadelphia newsletters.
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, dementia affects more than five million people in this country, with that number expected to double by 2050. "Physical activity has been identified as one of the three most promising ways to reduce risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Prevention is important because once dementia is diagnosed, it is very difficult to slow or reverse. There is no cure," LaCroix said.
For Wednesday's published study, researchers sampled data from 1,277 women. The women wore research-grade accelerometers and went about their daily activities for up to seven days to obtain accurate measures of physical activity and sitting.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Moderate exercise, daily walks linked to decrease in dementia riskModerate to vigorous exercise and daily walks can reduce the risk of developing dementia among senior women, according to a study by UC San Diego researchers published Wednesday.
Read more »
Daily Exercise Can Reduce Risk of Dementia in Senior Women, UC San Diego Study FindsModerate to vigorous exercise and daily walks can reduce the risk of developing dementia among senior women, according to a study by UC San Diego researchers published Wednesday.
Read more »
Nine More Minutes of Vigorous Exercise Daily Tied to Better CognitionAdults who spend just 9 additional minutes a day participating in moderate to vigorous physical activity experience improved cognition. The finding confirms the role brisk exercise plays in brain health.
Read more »
Closing the gap for women in STEM fields | Utterly Moderate PodcastOn this episode of the Utterly Moderate Podcast we are discussing women in fields related to science, technology, engineering and mathematics in the U.S.
Read more »
Closing the gap for women in STEM fields | Utterly Moderate PodcastOn this episode of the Utterly Moderate Podcast we are discussing women in fields related to science, technology, engineering and mathematics in the U.S.
Read more »
Rebranding Attempt by 'Moderate' House Dem Coalition Guts MembershipA rebranding attempt from “moderate” House Democrats in the Blue Dog Coalition has reportedly ripped the group apart following tensions stemming from the group’s attempt to reboot after the midterms.
Read more »