- New research suggests that lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise, can potentially delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease.
- One study found that walking helps produce brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein vital for brain cell survival, growth, and stronger connections, supporting memory and learning.
- These lifestyle modifications appear to be particularly beneficial for individuals carrying the APOE4 gene variant, which is associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's.
- Research indicates that APOE4 carriers could experience up to four times greater benefit from interventions such as exercise and dietary counselling.
- Conversely, a sedentary lifestyle and the consumption of refined sugars may negatively impact brain health, especially for those with the APOE4 gene.
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