The study explores the MedWalk intervention, promoting a Mediterranean-style diet and regular walking, to potentially slow cognitive decline in older adults without existing impairments. Despite COVID-19 disruptions, progress with 157 participants suggests this approach, rooted in psychosocial techniques, could offer a lifestyle-based deterrent against dementia and cognitive deterioration.
By Dr. Chinta SidharthanOct 4 2023Reviewed by Susha Cheriyedath, M.Sc. In a recent study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, researchers discussed the protocol and current progress of a study that investigates the effectiveness of regular walking and adherence to a Mediterranean-style diet in decreasing the risk of dementia and age-related cognitive decline in independently living older adults without existing cognitive impairments.
The Lancet Commission and World Health Organization's report on the prevention, interventions, and care associated with dementia has indicated the importance of physical activity and adherence to the Mediterranean diet to target the modifiable risk factors of dementia. Studies investigating the impact of the Mediterranean diet on health have reported improvements in cardiovascular risk measures, cognitive function, and memory among older individuals.
This randomized controlled trial was conducted over two years among older adults living in retirement villages in Australia. These retirement villages provided a homogenous and consistent study set-up as compared to the broader community, which would be heterogeneous across various factors. These residential set-ups also encouraged mutual support conducive to fostering group walk sessions and adherence to dietary plans.
Related StoriesThe MI-CBT approach is used to develop adherence to the Mediterranean-style diet, with a dietitian providing instructions, meal planning, and recipes to help improve adherence to the diet. Supervised group walking sessions with accredited exercise physiologists are provided to increase physical activity levels.
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