The Claim
An online multidomain lifestyle intervention significantly improves complex attention, executive function, learning and memory, physical activity levels, and nutritional habits, and reduces depressive symptoms in at-risk older adults over a three-year period compared to an information-only control group.
What the research says
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Over three years, an online program targeting multiple lifestyle factors improves attention, memory, thinking skills, physical activity, diet, and reduces depressive symptoms in older adults at risk for cognitive decline, compared to those who only receive informational materials.
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An online multidomain lifestyle intervention significantly improves complex attention, executive function, learning and memory, physical activity levels, nutritional habits, and reduces depressive symptoms in at-risk older adults over three years, with all outcomes showing statistically significant improvements (p < 0.001) compared to an information-only control group.
When older adults become more active and eat better, their brains get more oxygen and nutrients, which helps brain cells communicate better and grow new connections. This improves thinking, memory, and mood, and makes it easier to keep up healthy habits over time.
What the research says
1 studyOlder adults who used a digital program to improve their exercise, diet, brain games, and mood did better on memory and thinking tests after three years than those who just read about healthy habits. They also felt less depressed and were more active.
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