Health
From too much boozing to too little exercise, the 12 simple lifestyle tweaks that could prevent 40% of dementia cases – Brinkwire
FOUR in ten cases of dementia could be prevented or delayed by adopting a healthier lifestyle, a study reveals.
Experts have identified a dozen modifiable risks from childhood to old age that account for 40 per cent of cases.
It includes too much boozing, too little exercise, smoking, obesity and high blood pressure.
Loneliness, pollution, head injury, hearing loss, depression, diabetes and poor education also increase the odds.
The report was compiled by 28 researchers from around the world…
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