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Lactate From Hard Exercise May Be Your Brain's Best Defence Against De

From The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · May 8, 2026

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Lactate From Hard Exercise May Be Your Brain's Best Defence Against Dementia

Most Replayed Moment: This Is The Best Exercise Protocol Fo… · May 8, 2026 Health & Fitness

Women have fewer lactate-producing muscle fibres than men and lose more with age. Lactate is a preferred brain fuel, and its shortage during perimenopause may be a key driver of the disproportionate Alzheimer's risk women face. High-intensity training isn't just for fitness — it's brain medicine.