US Adults Interested in, but Lack Knowledge About, Brain Health

Summary: Most adults in the U.S. care a lot about their brain health, but very few actually know how to keep their brains in top shape. A new report shows that 99% of adults think brain health is just as important as physical health. However, only 9% say they know a lot about how to protect it.

This is a big deal because the changes in the brain that lead to Alzheimer's disease can start up to 20 years before any memory problems show up. The habits you have when you are younger make a huge difference later in life.

Many people know that lifestyle matters, but they don't always connect it to lowering their risk for Alzheimer's. Doctors say the best ways to protect your brain are simple: protect your head from injuries, do not smoke, manage your stress, and get help for depression. Even though these steps are clear, only half of adults get at least seven hours of sleep, and even fewer eat a healthy diet or exercise every day. Experts say this is a great chance for doctors to help patients learn easy ways to keep their brains healthy for the future.

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