Alcohol Consumption as a Risk Factor for Dementia and Cognitive Decline: Meta-Analysis of Prospective Studies

13 Jul 2009Kaarin J. Anstey, Ph.D. , Holly A. Mack, Ph.D., Nicolas Cherbuin, Ph.D.

Our results suggest that alcohol drinkers in late life have reduced risk of dementia.

Meta Analysis
2 effects
5 years
36746 subjects

Reported Outcomes

DeterminantsOutcomeDetails

Alcohol Beverage risk & protective factor
Protective Factor Alcohol
Beverage

Alzheimer's disease Brain outcome
Decreased risk of Alzheimer's disease
Brain system

High evidence
-28.0%

Alcohol Beverage risk & protective factor
Minor Protective Factor Alcohol
Beverage

Dementia Brain outcome
Minor decreased risk of Dementia
Brain system

High evidence
-26.0%