Alzheimer's Society comment on reducing risk of dementia
Published 7 December 2007
Response to finding that excessive drinking of sugary beverages like soda may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
'Obesity and high cholesterol increase you chances of developing dementia. Even modest increases in weight can increase your risk by up to 30% while obesity doubles your risk. It is important that people avoid foods that are high in sugar and saturated fat and take regular exercise.
We urgently need public health initiatives to show people that healthy eating and regular exercise can lower your risk of developing this devastating condition.'
Susanne Sorensen
Head of Research
Alzheimer's Society
