A holistic lifestyle is more effective for brain health than focusing on diet alone. The benefits of combining behaviours like diet, exercise, and cognitive engagement are synergistic, meaning their combined effect is greater than the sum of their parts.

Key lifestyle factors that significantly reduce dementia risk. Adhering to four or five of the following habits was linked to a 60% lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease:

• A high-quality diet (e.g., the MIND diet)

• Regular physical activity (at least 150 minutes per week)

• Light to moderate alcohol consumption

• Non-smoking

• Engaging in cognitive activities

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