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Stephen Gasior (Xootfly)'s avatar

Another great set of data supporting with a strong p-value (<.01) healthy living to late age cognitive ability. Because they had post-mortem brain samples, they were able to focus on non-amyloid plaque buildup individuals which can otherwise complicate a "regular" aging cohort. Diet and exercise remain the best lifestyle practices for aging healthy. Scientists are still working on the details on exactly how those maintain a healthy brain, but from an individual point of view, those details are unnecessary. The one factor I don't see included in here is sleep. Other studies have indicated that is really important for brain health, but with retrospective data I imagine it could be messy. Anyway, one thing I would suggest would be to keep a food and exercise and sleep journal. Thanks, Lynne.

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Ageless Mind Project's avatar

Oh yes. S.eep is vital for brain health! Thanks for weighing in Stephen.

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