Exercise Lowers Blood Pressure And Sugar, Reducing Dementia Risk

Moderate physical activity helps preserve memory and cognitive functions and reduces the risk of dementia. According to Petr Sokov, a neurologist at the RUDN University Clinical Center named after V.V. Vinogradov, the link between physical health and cognitive preservation is supported by scientific data, including meta-analyses. Recommended Activity and Mechanisms To maintain intellectual health, a person needs at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise per week. The most suitable activities include swimming, cycling, and walking. This approach focuses on physical culture rather than extreme exertion. Physical activity supports brain health through several mechanisms: