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Indoor Activities to Reduce Dementia Risk
Researchers found that activities such as chatting, reading, listening to music, playing an instrument, or crafting were beneficial for preventing dementia.
Unexplained Changes in Cholesterol May Point to a Higher Risk of Dementia
Older adults with fluctuating cholesterol levels may need to engage in preventive measures to help keep their lipids in a healthy range.
Your Brain on Food: How What You Eat Affects Cognition
An anti-inflammatory, plant-forward approach to eating may be a a path to better cognitive function and a lower risk of dementia.
A Handful of Nuts a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
A recent study has found that daily consumption of nuts, regardless of the type or form, is associated with maintaining a healthy lifespan.
Asthma May Affect Memory in Children, Study Finds
New research suggests the condition may have long-term consequences.
New Study Indicates No Level of Alcohol Consumption Is Safe for Brain Health
Research finds even moderate alcohol consumption may affect cognitive health.
‘Silent Phase’ of Alzheimer’s Begins Decades Before Symptoms, NIH Study Suggests
The disease progresses in two distinct phases, with brain changes beginning up to 20 years before symptoms appear.
52-Year Study Links Eating Eggs to Better Memory in Women
The link between eating eggs and improved long-term memory and executive functioning is good news for women.
Certain Blood Pressure Medications Might Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk, Study Finds
Researchers have found a link between untreated hypertension and Alzheimer’s disease.
Dementia Drug Prescriptions Up 46 Percent in 10 Years in Australia
A new report has revealed that the disease is the second highest cause of death in the nation.
Nighttime Light Exposure Linked to Higher Alzheimer’s Risk: Study
Though city lights illuminate the night, they and other forms of light may disrupt our circadian rhythms, potentially making people more vulnerable to disease.
Anti-Inflammatory Diet May Reduce Dementia Risk by Up to a Third: Study
A recent study explores the relationship between diet and dementia within the context of cardiometabolic diseases.
Stable Blood Sugar Levels Could Reduce Dementia Risk in Older Adults With Diabetes
A recent study indicates that maintaining stable blood sugar levels could potentially reduce the risk of developing dementia in Type 2 diabetes patients.
Declining Sense of Purpose in Older Adults May Be Early Sign of Dementia: Study
A decline in sense of purpose and a feeling of stunted personal growth precede cognitive decline in older adults, one study finds.
Short Bursts of Intense Exercise for 6 Months Can Reduce Cognitive Decline: Research
Researchers at the University of Queensland found high-intensity interval exercise can enhance brain function.
Unlock Better Sleep and Ward Off Dementia: The Power of Vitamin D
Discover vitamin D’s lesser-known benefits and the best times to take it for your goals.
Prostate Meds Slash Dementia Risk by up to 40 Percent: Study
Commonly prescribed alpha-blockers for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia may also offer protective effects against dementia with Lewy bodies.
Half a Tablespoon of Olive Oil Daily May Protect Brain Health
Olive oil may reduce risk of dementia-related death by 28 percent, study finds. Swapping margarine for olive oil also beneficial.
