Aerobic fitness could lower dementia risk by 35 per cent, study finds

NEW DELHI: High cardiorespiratory fitness could help lower risk of dementia by up to 35 per cent, including in people with a high genetic risk for developing the ageing-related condition, according to a study.

Cardiorespiratory fitness or or aerobic fitness is a measure of how well oxygen is delivered to muscles and organs while performing physical activity. With age, as mucles weaken, the capacity of circulatory and respiratory systems to supply oxygen declines.

Cycling, running and aerobic exercises can help improve cardiorespiratory fitness.

Source: PTI News

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