Alzheimer’s Disease and Cognitive Decline
In April of 2010, the U.S. Dept of Health & Human Services conducted a study on Alzheimer’s Disease and Cognitive Decline with the following objective:
Objectives: To assess whether previous research on purported risk or protective factors for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and cognitive decline is of sufficient strength to warrant specific recommendations for behavioral, lifestyle, or pharmaceutical interventions/modifications targeted to these endpoints.
Alvaro Fernandez of Sharp Brains did a review of the study, click here for his review.
The following is taken from a section of the conclusion of the report. In order not to be taken out of context you may visit the links above to see the whole report and also an expert review. In my opinion, this report concurs with what many experts agree upon, lifestyle may decrease the risk of cognitive decline. Whenever possible I like to refer to scientific studies for validation. I believe we’re on the right track here at Max Your Memory.
High Decreased risk:
• Cognitive training*
Low Decreased risk:
• Vegetable intake
• Mediterranean diet
• Omega-3 fatty acids*
• Physical activity*
• Non-cognitive, non-physical leisure activities
