| Title: | The influence of lifestyle factors on brain health in middle aged and older adults |
| Lead Institution: | Murdoch University |
| Principal investigator: |
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Dementia is one of the most feared serious illnesses and is the second leading cause of death in Australia. Development of drug treatment for dementia is progressing, however, such drugs may have limited clinical benefit. Changes to lifestyle habits in mid- and later-life present a promising strategy for delaying or preventing the onset of the disease. We know that aspects of healthy (or unhealthy) lifestyle tend to co-occur, for example, individuals who exercise tend to sleep better, eat better, and have more energy for social interactions, etc. However, the impact of these lifestyle factors together on brain health, and how they may influence each other, has seldom been considered in the same study. Thus, the current research aims to further understand how the interaction between these different lifestyle domains may influence memory, thinking skills, and structural brain outcomes in mid- and later-life. Based on the planned analysis, we estimate this project will take 12 months to fully complete. Ultimately, this project will contribute to an improved understanding of the most effective interventions to prevent dementia, contributing to a lower prevalence and incidence of the disease.1 Publication
| Pub ID | Title | Author(s) | Year | Journal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16132 | Moderate coffee and tea consumption is associated with slower cognitive decline | Stephanie R Rainey-Smith (+5) | 2025 | Journal of Alzheimer's Disease |
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