Dementia is the name given to a group of symptoms linked to an ongoing decline in brain function. The most common type of dementia in the UK is Alzheimer’s disease. It can lead to a number of problems, including memory loss, difficulty understanding language, mood changes, and difficulty with movement. But you could lower your risk of developing dementia in later life by doing plenty of exercise, said the NHS. The best way to avoid developing dementia symptoms is to do your recommended 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity every week.
There's no certain way to prevent all types of dementia
NHS
Doing regular exercise could lower your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity - all of which are risk factors for dementia.
It’s recommended that everyone does 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity every week.
The best examples of aerobic activities include walking, cycling, swimming or dancing, it added.
“There's no certain way to prevent all types of dementia – researchers are still investigating how the disease develops,” said the NHS.
“However, there's good evidence that a healthy lifestyle can help reduce your risk of developing dementia when you're older.
“A lack of regular physical activity can increase your risk of heart disease, becoming
