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Background:

  • Physical activity (PA) is linked to cognitive function (CF), but causal relationships remain unclear.
  • Mendelian randomization (MR) and observational studies offer complementary approaches to investigate causality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To clarify the causal relationship between physical activity and cognitive function.
  • To combine observational data with MR analysis for robust findings.

Main Methods:

  • MR analysis using GWAS data for five PA phenotypes and CF.
  • Inverse variance weighting and sensitivity analyses for MR.
  • Observational analysis of PA and CF using CHARLS data (2011, 2018) with generalized linear models.

Main Results:

  • MR analysis revealed a significant genetic causal link between aerobic exercises (swimming, cycling, group classes, bowling) and CF (β = 0.86, p < .001).
  • Other PA types, including walking, heavy/light DIY, and strenuous sports, showed no significant causal association with CF in MR.
  • Observational data indicated that maintained moderate-high intensity PA or increased PA significantly protected CF in females compared to maintained low PA.

Conclusions:

  • Aerobic exercises demonstrate a strong, stable genetic causal effect on cognitive function.
  • Maintaining or increasing physical activity intensity may protect cognitive function, particularly in females.
  • Specific aerobic activities like swimming, cycling, group classes, and bowling appear most effective for cognitive health.