Staying active is one of the most effective ways to support long-term health and lower the risk of dementia. However, not everyone has the time, ability, or motivation for structured workouts every day. Here's some good news- new research suggests even small amounts of movement can still give significant protection against dementia.
A recent study published in the Journal of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine found that just 35 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per week, which is about 5 minutes a day, lowered the risk of developing dementia by 41% compared to those who never exercised.
