Are you ready to improve your sleep and diminish your risk of dementia? A recent study reveals that tuning your body clock could be your secret weapon. Researchers in 2025 found that those with a regular circadian rhythm had nearly half the dementia risk compared to those with irregular patterns. This “body clock” controls many daily functions, like sleep and heart rate.
Professor Eef Hogervorst from Loughborough University explains that poor sleep and disrupted body clocks might be connected to dementia and heart disease. The key? Increasing physical activity, especially around midday, could boost sleep quality, combat obesity, and promote brain health all at once.
But how does sleep link to dementia? Well, sleep apnoea and immune system regulation, both influenced by our circadian rhythms, might be factors. Plus, good sleep helps clear our brains of harmful proteins such as those associated with Alzheimer’s.
Remember, long-term sleep issues could impact memory and might heighten dementia risk later on. So, while some drugs might not have consistent benefits and could even raise risks, evidence-based solutions like 30 minutes of outdoor exercise daily, especially before noon, are promising. Not only does this support sleep but it’s also a major defender against heart disease and dementia.
So, grab your sneakers, wrap up warm, and prioritise your health with a stroll in the morning light! 🌞💤 #HealthyLiving #DementiaPrevention #GoodSleepGoals