A study published in Neurology found that individuals with a higher Brain Care Score (BCS), reflecting healthy lifestyle choices, had a decreased risk of stroke, late-life depression, and dementia even with a higher genetic predisposition. The BCS measures healthy habits that can offset genetic risks for brain conditions. Researchers analyzed data from over 368,000 individuals and found that a small increase in the BCS significantly reduced the risk of brain diseases. This study highlights the importance of healthy lifestyle choices in protecting brain health, offering a simple guide for individuals to improve their brain care regardless of genetic risk. Researchers are working to make BCS more user-friendly for wider adoption.
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How higher brain care score can improve brain health regardless of genetic risk
