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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Science
Andrew Gregory Health editor

Six lifestyle choices to slow memory decline named in 10-year study

Local elderly members of the community take part in an exercise class at the Percy centre, Bath Somerset.
Regular exercise was found to be the third most potent lifestyle choice for slowing memory decline. Photograph: Andrew Aitchison/Alamy

A combination of healthy lifestyle choices such as eating well, regularly exercising, playing cards and socialising at least twice a week may help slow the rate of memory decline and reduce the risk of dementia, a decade-long study suggests.

Memory is a fundamental function of daily life that continuously declines as people age, impairing quality of life and productivity, and increasing the risk of dementia.

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