Want to lower your risk of dementia? Start with everyday health

This is a great article from Dementia Australia about how looking after your body can also help protect your brain.

What you’ll learn

The article explains that many of the things that support heart health also support brain health. These include:

• Eating nutritious food
• Moving regularly
• Managing blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes
• Avoiding smoking
• Limiting alcohol
• Looking after your hearing and vision
• Staying mentally and socially connected

You don’t need to completely change your life overnight. Choosing one manageable habit and building from there is a good place to start.

HEAL takeaway

Looking after your brain starts with looking after your whole body. While dementia cannot always be prevented, small and sustainable changes may help reduce your risk and improve your overall health.

Read about reducing your dementia risk here