An estimated 6.9 million Americans are living with dementia, according to NIH.
Early predictors of dementia are emerging as critical tools for guiding health and lifestyle decisions long before symptoms appear., which looked at more than two decades of data from over 45,000 older adults in the United States, suggested that lifestyle, genetics and other factors at 60 years old can help predict brain health at 80.
Chronic health conditions including diabetes, obesity and stroke by the age of 60 were strongly linked to a higher chance of dementia later in life, according to the study. While genetics and age can't be changed, the study emphasized that many other risk factors can be proactively addressed. For instance, getting regular exercise, finding a hobby, staying socially active and managing chronic conditions all may help keep the brain sharp. Limiting alcohol consumption, eating a healthy diet and getting good sleep all helped mitigate risk as well.
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