Physical Activity and Lifestyle Modifications in the Treatment of Neurodegenerative Diseases

Overview

Journal Front Aging Neurosci

Specialty Geriatrics

Date 2023 Jun 12

PMID 37304072

Authors

Jose A Santiago

Judith A Potashkin

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Abstract

Neurodegenerative diseases have reached alarming numbers in the past decade. Unfortunately, clinical trials testing potential therapeutics have proven futile. In the absence of disease-modifying therapies, physical activity has emerged as the single most accessible lifestyle modification with the potential to fight off cognitive decline and neurodegeneration. In this review, we discuss findings from epidemiological, clinical, and molecular studies investigating the potential of lifestyle modifications in promoting brain health. We propose an evidence-based multidomain approach that includes physical activity, diet, cognitive training, and sleep hygiene to treat and prevent neurodegenerative diseases.

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