It became known which drinks should be avoided to prevent dementia – Health

About 1 in 10 adults over 65 years old has dementia. Fortunately, new data show that it is possible to protect yourself from this disease, reports Sports.kz with reference to Ferra.ru.

To reduce your risk of dementia, limit your alcohol intake. A 2024 review found that excessive drinking accelerates brain aging. The same group of scientists found that such drinks contribute to the development of cognitive impairment.

Maggie Moon, MS, RD, confirms that to reduce your chance of developing dementia, you should drink alcohol in limited quantities. Too much alcohol creates oxidative stress and leads to neuronal damage, which can lead to decreased cognitive abilities and dementia. And this applies to people of all ages.

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